Recall Announcements - Giant Recall; Australia

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Tom Stormcrowe
12-11-11, 09:12 PM
Giant Bicycle Co Pty Ltd—Giant Defy Advanced 2, Defy Advanced 3 & Avail Advanced 2 Bicycles 2012 Models
PRA number: 2011/12937
Date created: 6th December 2011
MY12 Avail Advanced 2 MY12 Defy Advanced 2MY12 Defy Advanced 3
Product information
Product description
Men's and Women's Advanced Composite Road Bicycles
Identifying features
Models:
Defy Advanced 2 MY12
Defy Advanced 3 MY12
Avail Advanced 2 MY12
What are the hazards?
The defect could result in a fall and potential injury to the user.
What are the defects?
There is potential for the fork blades to crack under severe riding conditions.
Where the product was sold

Nationally

Traders who sold this product
Authorised Giant Bicycle Retailers
Supplier
Giant Bicycle Co Pty Ltd
Supplier's web site
http://www.giant-bicycles.com
What should consumers do?
Immediately discontinue riding the affected bicycle. Consumers should return the bike to a Giant dealer for repair.


Tom Stormcrowe
12-11-11, 09:12 PM
http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1008804