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CPSCRecalled May 26, 2016 · #16176

Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard

Hazard

The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard.

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Description

This recall involves Box Components' carbon fiber BMX bicycle forks. The forks are black with "BOX" printed in white on the side. The model numbers are printed in white letters on the front face of fork crown. The affected models have one of the following three serial numbers printed above the crown: 140508, 140606 or 140702. The affected models include: Model Numbers Specification XE 20-inch, 10 mm XE 24-inch, 10 mm XL 20-inch, 10 mm XL 24-inch, 10 mm XS 20-inch, 10 mm

Product details

Product
Bicycle forks
Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
140508, 140606, 140702
UPCs
Sold at
Independent bike shops and online at www.danscomp.com and www.jrbicycles.com from July 2013 through April 2015 for about $300.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact Box Components for a free replacement bicycle fork.

View the official CPSC notice