Salsa Cycles has recalled about 1,100 Salsa Minimalist bicycle racks because the L-shaped mounting straps that attach the rack to the bike can break. If the straps break while you are riding, the rack can fall, which has already caused two reports of minor injuries. These tubular aluminum racks were sold in black or silver and are designed to be installed on either the front or rear of a bicycle. The affected units were sold at bicycle retail stores and online between January 2011 and March 2012 for approximately $80.
The steel mounting straps can fail and snap during use, causing the entire rack and any attached gear to collapse onto the wheel or road, which can lead to the rider falling and sustaining injuries.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled bicycle racks and contact an authorized Salsa dealer for inspection, re-mounting or refund.
Salsa Cycles Bicycle Racks
Salsa Minimalist Rack with mounting strap circled
Salsa Minimalist Rack mounting straps
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response