Giant Bicycle Recalls XtC Bicycles and Seatposts Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1438.
This recall includes 2013 model year Giant XtC Advanced SL 29er 0 and 29er 1 series bicycles and 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts sold separately. The SL 29er 0 model bicycle is white, black and blue. The SL 29er 1 model is white, black and red. The letters "XTC" appear on the down tube of the frame on both bicycles. The name "Giant" and "Contact SLR" appear on the 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1438.
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and seatposts and contact a Giant Bicycle dealer for a free replacement seatpost.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Stores Nationwide Between November 2012 And May 2013 For Between $4,300 And $7,700 For The Bicycles And $200 For The Seatpost Sold Separately or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1438.
Giant Bicycle Inc., toll-free at (866) 458-2555 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.giant-bicycles.com-en-us/ and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Bicycle Stores Nationwide Between November 2012 And May 2013 For Between $4,300 And $7,700 For The Bicycles And $200 For The Seatpost Sold Separately Recall FAQ
Bicycle Stores Nationwide Between November 2012 And May 2013 For Between $4,300 And $7,700 For The Bicycles And $200 For The Seatpost Sold Separately is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Giant Bicycle Recalls XtC Bicycles and Seatposts Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on August 8, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 200 units are potentially affected.