CPSC Recall in 2012: Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Racks Due to a Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2012.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12175

Date: May 09, 2012

Product Name: Salsa Minimalist bicycle racks

Recall Description:

The L-shaped mounting straps can break and cause the rack to fall onto the front of the bicycle. The rider can lose control and fall.

Hazard Description:

The L-shaped mounting straps used to attach the bicycle rack to the front of the bicycle can break and cause the rack to fall while the bicycle is in use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair, Refund

Units: About 1,100

Incidents:

Salsa Cycles has received two reports of bicycle racks breaking at the mounting straps, resulting in minor injuries from falls.

Sold At:

Bicycle retail stores nationwide and on Internet retailers from January 2011 through March 2012 for about $80.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan