CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Bicycles With Defective Stems
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-15). Hazards: fall, crash. About 1,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02228 |
| Published | 2002-08-15 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-07 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Bicycle stems installed on 2002 and 2003 Cannondale bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Cannondale Corp. |
| Firms | 3T (Tecno Tubo Torino), of Italy (manufacturer); Cannondale Corp., of Bethel, Conn. (importer); Gruppo, SPA, of Italy (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Italy |
| Units (US) | 1,300 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Authorized Cannondale Bicycle dealers nationwide sold the stems, from March 2001 through July 2002, for between $3,400 and $5,000 (includes the cost of the bicycle). |
Description
The recalled stems are black and have the model name 3T ZEPP XL printed in white on the sides of the body of the stem. The faceplate also has "3T" printed in white at the front of the stem. The stems were installed on 2002 and 2003 model year Cannondale bicycles. The recalled stems were manufactured in Italy by 3T (Tecno Tubo Torino) and distributed by parent company, Gruppo, SPA.
Hazard
The stem can break away from the bicycle, causing a loss of control, falls and serious injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these stems immediately and contact a local Cannondale retailer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Cannondale has received four reports of stems breaking, including one minor injury.
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