Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-01-08). Hazards: fall, crash. About 150 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08534 |
| Published | 2008-01-08 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Cannondale 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes |
| Firm named in the title | Cannondale |
| Firms | Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 150 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007. |
Description
The 2008 model year Scalpel is a cross-country racing mountain bike, made from carbon fiber and aluminum. They were sold in Black/White, Blue/Black and Black. The recall includes the following models: Model # Product Retail Price 8AVPFR Scalpel Frameset about $3,200 8VPO Scalpel Team about $6,900 8VP1 Scalpel 1 about $6,400 8VP2 Scalpel 2 about $4,300 Only certain serial numbers are affected.
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.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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