| Product name |
Mountain Bicycles |
| Description |
This recall involves 16.5-, 18- and 19-inch Slayer and Edge full-suspension, mountain bicycles. The Slayer model is black metallic with red decals on the top tube and downtube that read "Slayer" and "Rocky Mountain." The Edge model is royal blue with yellow decals on the top tube and downtube that read "Edge" and "Rocky Mountain." "Made in Canada" is printed on decals on both model bicycles. |
| Problem |
The chainstay that holds the rear wheel in place can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate from the bicycle. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash. |
| Distribution |
Nationwide at specialty bicycle shops. |
| Company |
Rocky Mountain Bicycles - 800-663-2512; web site - www.bikes.com. |
| Dates sold |
January 2001 through February 2002. |
| Date posted |
05/14/2002 |
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