Diamondback Steilacoom Bicycles (Universal Cycle) – Crash Risk (2012)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles
Brand
Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China
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
Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China is recalling 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles. The hazard is: Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the ri. 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
Bicycles included in the recall are the 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX, which are black in color and sold in various sizes ranging from 50-cm to 59-cm. "RCX" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle. The bicycle is for use on or off-road.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop riding their bicycle and take it to an authorized Diamondback dealer to have it inspected. Bicycles found to have the incorrect headset parts will have the fork replaced and assembled with the correct headset parts at no charge.
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