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CPSCRecalled Jan 14, 2005 · #05530

CPSC, Selle Royal/fi'zi:k Announce Recall of Bicycle Seats

Hazard

The plastic scuff guard underneath the front of the seat, which secures the seat rails, may crack or break, causing the rider to lose control and/or fall, resulting in a serious injury.

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Description

The recall involves Selle Royal/fi'zi:k [cp] pavé bicycle seat part number 7403SXS 03 9072 with a manufacture date of 10/03. The bicycle seat is an original equipment (OEM) seat installed on 2004 model year Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) brand Novara Express bicycles. The bicycle seat has a clear plastic base with "fi'zi:k", "made in Italy" and a date code dial printed on the base.

Product details

Product
Bicycle Seats
Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Manufacturer
Selle Royal/fi'zi:k, of Pozzoleone, Italy
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
REI stores nationwide sold bicycles with the affected seats, from March 2004 through September 2004, for about $900.
Made in
Italy

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact their local REI stores for a replacement seat, at no cost to the consumer.

View the official CPSC notice