CPSC2004-11-05
CPSC, Cannondale Bicycle Corp. Announce Recall of Certain Quick-Release Handlebar Bags
Cannondale Bicycle Corp., of Bethel, Conn.
Hazard
The plastic, handlebar-mounted, quick-release bags can fall off the bicycle while it is being ridden, causing the rider to crash.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the bags immediately, and return them to a local Cannondale store or contact Cannondale Bicycle Corp. to get a replacement bag fitted with a corrected sleeve and support system.
Sold at
Cannondale bicycle stores nationwide from September 2003 through August 2004 for about $35 for the Perimeter and about $60 for the Crossroads bag.
Affected count
About 2,600
Injuries reported
Cannondale has received one report of a rider crashing when a bag fell under his front wheel while he was riding, resulting in him suffering serious injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
"Crossroads" and "Perimeter" Handlebar Bags
Consumer contact
Call Cannondale toll-free at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Cannondale's website at www.cannondale.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Cannondale-Bicycle-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Certain-Quick-Release-Handlebar-Bags-Don't want to check this manually?
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