CPSC2002-08-15
CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Bicycles With Defective Stems
3T (Tecno Tubo Torino), of Italy
Hazard
The stem can break away from the bicycle, causing a loss of control, falls and serious injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these stems immediately and contact a local Cannondale retailer for a free repair.
Sold at
Authorized Cannondale Bicycle dealers nationwide sold the stems, from March 2001 through July 2002, for between $3,400 and $5,000 (includes the cost of the bicycle).
Affected count
About 1,300
Injuries reported
Cannondale has received four reports of stems breaking, including one minor injury.
Manufactured in
Italy
Products
Bicycle stems installed on 2002 and 2003 Cannondale bicycles
Consumer contact
Consumers can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKEUSA or visit the company's website at www.cannondale.com to find a local dealer.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Cannondale-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycles-With-Defective-StemsDon't want to check this manually?
We email you a Sunday digest of new federal recalls relevant to parents — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.
Get the Sunday Brief