CPSC2008-01-08
Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
Hazard
The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified.
Sold at
Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007.
Affected count
About 150
Injuries reported
The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Cannondale 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes
Consumer contact
For further information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to custserv@cannondale.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Cannondale-Recalls-Scalpel-Mountain-Bikes-Frame-Failure-Poses-Crash-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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