Diamondback Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall or Crash Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #13705
Recall Date
2012-11-08
Manufacturer
Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China
Units Affected
About 40
Products Involved
2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles
Hazard
Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding their bicycle and take it to an authorized Diamondback dealer to have it inspected. Bicycles found to have the incorrect headset parts will have the fork replaced and assembled with the correct headset parts at no charge.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Online through Promotive.com and 3point5.com, as well as through authorized Diamondback retailers nationwide from August 2012 through September 2012 for between $900 and $1100.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
Bicycles included in the recall are the 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX, which are black in color and sold in various sizes ranging from 50-cm to 59-cm. "RCX" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle. The bicycle is for use on or off-road.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28