CPSC2016-06-07
Focus Bicycles Recalls Spine Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
Focus Bicycles USA Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.
Hazard
The bicycle seatstay or linkage component parts used to connect the seat tube and rear axle dropouts can be incorrectly sized which can cause the frame to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Independent specialty bicycle stores nationwide from October 2015 through April 2016 for between $4,000 and $8,000.
Affected count
About 80
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of an incident in Switzerland. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Germany
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Focus Spine bicycles
Consumer contact
Focus Bicycles toll-free at 877-753-4480 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.focus-bikes.com and click on "Spine Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Focus-Bicycles-Recalls-Spine-BicyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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