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Cycling Sports Group Recalls GT Fury Mountain Bicycles Due to Crash, Injury Hazards

Reported: May 28, 2015 Initiated: May 28, 2015 #15152

Product Description

This recall involves all 2015 model year GT Fury Elite and GT Fury Expert downhill mountain bicycles. The recalled 2015 Fury Elite model is white with blue and red accents. The recalled 2015 Fury Expert model is metallic grey with lime green accents. The bicycles have front and rear disc brakes and come with rear shock absorbers and front suspensions. "Fury" is printed on the top tube, the GT logo is on the down tube and the chainstay. The model names are printed in small letters on the top tube of the bicycles near the word Fury.

Reason for Recall

The front wheel hub can break and cause the disc brake system to fail, posing crash and injury hazards to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to the nearest authorized GT dealer to have the complete front wheel replaced free of charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all 2015 model year GT Fury Elite and GT Fury Expert downhill mountain bicycles. The recalled 2015 Fury Elite model is white with blue and red accents. The recalled 2015 Fury Expert model is metallic grey with lime green accents. The bicycles have front and rear disc brakes and come with rear shock absorbers and front suspensions. "Fury" is printed on the top tube, the GT logo is on the down tube and the chainstay. The model names are printed in small letters on the top tube of the bicycles near the word Fury.. Units affected: About 160.
Why was this product recalled?
The front wheel hub can break and cause the disc brake system to fail, posing crash and injury hazards to the consumer.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to the nearest authorized GT dealer to have the complete front wheel replaced free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 28, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15152.