Recalls / 2000-10-12

CPSC, RockShox Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Forks

01011 · Recalled 2000-10-12 · CPSC page

Description

Only 2001 Judy TT, Judy TT Special, Jett and Metro model RockShox front suspension bicycle forks are included in this recall. They have serial numbers beginning with "01." The serial number can be found engraved on the back side of the fork's crown and on a bar code sticker attached to the fork's lower leg. "RockShox" and the model name are written on the bicycle forks. These forks were sold as original equipment on numerous brands and models of bicycles. These forks also were sold separately.

Hazards

The compression rods inside these forks can break, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious injuries.

Reported injuries

RockShox received 23 reports of compression rods in these forks breaking, and two reports of injuries. Injuries included a concussion, a sprained wrist, scrapes and bruises.

Remedy

Consumers should stop riding bicycles with the recalled forks immediately, and return them to the bicycle dealer where purchased for inspection and repair if needed.

Products

Name	Model	Units
2001 Judy TT, Judy TT Special, Jett and Metro model RockShox bicycle forks		About 220,000

Parties

Manufacturer: RockShox Inc.
Sold at: These forks were sold as original equipment on numerous brands, separately, from July 2000 through October 2000. Bicycles with these forks sold for, 300, forks alone sold for, $149.

Consumer contact

A list of bicycle brands and models sold with these forks can be found here. For more information, call Sram Corporation (which purchased RockShox) at (800) 346-2928.

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Recalled 2001 Judy TT Special bicycle fork

Source: CPSC recall 01011. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.