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GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24148
GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
GT Bicycles LLC, of Aliso Viejo, California · GT LaBomba bicycles
Product Description
This recall involves GT Model Year 2019 through 2023 LaBomba 24" bicycles, LaBomba 26" bicycles, LaBomba Pro bicycles, LaBomba Rigid bicycles, and LaBomba 26" bicycle framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in sea green, green, dusty blue, blue, purple, and red. The model name LaBomba is printed on the bicycle frame top-tube. "GT" is printed on the downtube.
Hazard
The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer for a free replacement frame.
Replace
Reported Injuries
The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
GT Bicycles LLC, of Aliso Viejo, California has voluntarily recalled about 3,040 (in addition, about 324 were sold in canada) of GT LaBomba bicycles as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on March 7, 2024. The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should receive a free replacement. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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