Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to Fall Hazard
The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains, are brittle and
can crack, allowing the chain to separate from the bicycle and posing a fall hazard to the rider. The recall involves
SRAM PowerLock connector links, which are sold individually, on 10-speed bicycle chains and as original equipment
on some bicycles. The recalled PowerLock connector links are identified by a date code of M or N, which is located on
the side of the PowerLock connector link. 10-speed SRAM chains that were equipped with recalled PowerLock
connector links include the following chain model numbers: PC-1030, PC-1050, PC-1070, PC-1090 and PC-1090R.
The recalled chains were also installed on some Guru, Surly, Salsa, BMC, Serotta, Seven, and Ridley brand complete
bicycles. The individual PowerLock connectors and bike chains with these connectors were sold from January 2009
through August 2009; bicycles with affected chains were sold from April 2009 through August 2009.
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