February 27, 2007
Mirraco Recalls Bicycles
Name of product: Mirraco Bicycles
Units: About 11,000
Manufacturer: Mirraco LLC, of Carlsbad, Calif.
Hazard: The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could lose control and fall.
Description: The recall involves BMX bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle. Recalled models include the following:
| Mirraco Models | ||
|---|---|---|
| Blend 3 | Black Pearl 3 | Fivestar Park |
| Blend 2 | Black Pearl 2 | Icon Moto |
| Blend 1 | Black Pearl 1 | Icon 20Forty |
| Blend 1s | ||
| Blend 16 | ||
Sold at: Authorized Mirraco dealers nationwide from November 2006 through January 2007 for between $265 and $550.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and have them inspected by a Mirraco dealer. If the inspection shows that the bicycle is part of the recall, the fork will be replaced free of charge.
Consumer Contact: Call Mirraco toll-free at (888) 431-7653 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.mirrabikeco.com/recall.php