Recalls / 2015-08-11

Breezer Recalls Downtown Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard; Pedals Can Come Off

15211 · Recalled 2015-08-11 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Breezer Bicycles models Downtown 3, Downtown 3-ST, Downtown 8, Downtown 8-ST, Downtown EX and Downtown EX-ST. The main frame is made of steel and has either a single or dual water bottle mount, and the wheel sets are aluminum. The bicycles come in eight different sizes and a variety of gloss colors, including candy apple, chartreuse, chocolate, dark blue, dark green, shale and slate. The model is printed on the top tube of the bicycle.

Hazards

The bicycle pedal can separate from the spindle (axle) during use and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 12 reports of pedals separating from the spindle. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and return then to a Breezer dealer for a free pedal replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Breezer Downtown Bicycles		About 1,700

Parties

Importer: Advanced Sports International, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Made in: China
Sold at: Authorized Breezer Bicycles dealers nationwide

Consumer contact

Advanced Sports International toll-free at (888) 286-6263 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.breezerbikes.com, click on "Recall Notices" in the bottom left corner of the homepage and choose "Downtown Pedal Recall" for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 15211. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.