West Marine Recalls Folding Bicycles; Frames Can Break Causing Riders to Fall
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The hazard
The bicycle's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents reported: West Marine has received three reports of the bicycle's frame breaking, resulting in bruises and scrapes to a rider.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to West Marine for a free replacement folding bicycle.
Contact: West Marine at (800) 262-8464 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.westmarine.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for additional information.
About this recall
This recall involves two models of folding bicycles, the Jetty Express 2 and the Port Runner 2, that are designed for use in and around docks and marinas. The Jetty Express 2 has a blue and white frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Jetty Express 2 is printed on the bike's frame. The Port Runner 2 has a red frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Port Runner 2 is printed on the bike's frame.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC