CPSC2015-12-17
Focus Bicycles Recalls Izalco Max Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Focus Bicycles USA, Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.
Hazard
The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Independent bicycle retailers nationwide, and online at www.bikebling.com and carbonconnection.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $1,800 and $9,500.
Affected count
About 470 (an additional 31 sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 11 reports of incidents outside the United States, including one reported injury in France. No incidents have been reported in the United States.
Manufactured in
Germany, Taiwan
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Focus Izalco Max Bicycles
Consumer contact
Focus Bicycles toll-free at 831-471-5213 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or via email at service.usa@focus-bikes.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Focus-Bicycles-Recalls-Izalco-Max-BicyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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