Giant Bicycle is recalling 370 mountain bikes because the aluminum frame can crack where the top tube and seatpost meet.
The bike in question is the 2011 Anthem X 29er 1, 2, and 3 models. The competition-level bicycles went on sale in August and sold for between $2,200 and $3,500.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says that no accident or injuries have been reported, but urges owners to stop using them immediately and contact a Giant dealer for free inspection and repair.
The bike are imported by Newbury Park, California-based Giant Bicycle and manufactured in Taiwan by Giant Manufacturing. They come in sizes of small, medium and large.
According to the company website, the Anthem X 29er frame is made of ALUXX SL-grade aluminum.
Check Giant's recall notice or call Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday.
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