VP Harrier and Giant Pinner Bicycle Pedals Recalled Due to Fall and Injury Hazards; Made by VP Components

Recall date

April 2, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

20104

Brand / firm

VP Components, of Taiwan

Sold / distributed

Bicycle stores nationwide and online at various websites from approximately May 2017 through December 2017 for between $113 and $116 each.

Why it was recalled

The pedal body can separate from the pedal spindle resulting in a loss of balance, posing fall and injury hazards for the rider.

What was recalled

This recall involves VP Components Harrier and Giant Pinner DH bicycle pedals. The pedals were sold separately from bicycles. A spindle extends through the pedal body. One end of the spindle is attached to the end of the crank arm of the bicycle. The other end of the spindle is secured to the pedal body with a fastener. The pedals are red, silver or black-colored with Harrier or Giant printed on the pedal body.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle pedals contact the bike shop or online retailer where the pedals were originally purchased to arrange for free replacement pedals.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.