Rocky Mountain Bicycles – Suspension Defect (2002)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
"Slayer" and "Edge" Rocky Mountain Bicycles
Brand
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Delta, British Columbia, Canada is recalling "Slayer" and "Edge" Rocky Mountain Bicycles. The hazard is: The chainstay that holds the rear wheel in place can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate from t. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves 16.5-, 18- and 19-inch Slayer and Edge full-suspension mountain bicycles. The Slayer model is black metallic with red decals on the top tube and downtube, that read "Slayer" and "Rocky Mountain." The Edge model is royal blue with yellow decals on the top tube and downtube, that read "Edge" and Rocky Mountain." "Made in Canada" is printed on decals on both model bicycles. Bicycles with the letter "S" stamped on the chainstay yoke are not involved in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The chainstay that holds the rear wheel in place can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate from the bicycle. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026