CPSC2002-10-24
CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Gemini Bicycles
Cannondale Corp., of Bethel, Conn.
Hazard
The frames on some of these bicycles have been improperly manufactured, causing too much of the thickest portion of the downtube to be removed. This could cause the frame to break during use, resulting in falls and serious injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact their local Cannondale retailer for a free inspection of their bicycle frame. Consumers with improperly manufactured frames will have a free replacement frame installed.
Sold at
Authorized Cannondale retailers nationwide sold these bicycles, from December 2001 through September 2002, for between $2,100 and $3,800.
Affected count
About 800
Injuries reported
Cannondale has received three reports of frames breaking. One minor injury was reported.
Products
Gemini Bicycles
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKEUSA or visit the company's web site at www.cannondale.com, to find a local retailer.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Cannondale-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Gemini-BicyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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