Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall
Source: CPSC Recall #09096
Recall Date
2009-01-14
Manufacturer
Giant Bicycle, of Newbury Park, Calif.
Units Affected
About 1,000
Products Involved
2009 model year TCR Advanced SL and SL (ISP) Bicycles and Frames
Hazard
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.
Reported Injuries
Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.
Sold At
Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
Manufactured In
Taiwan
Full Recall Description
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.
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