Felt Bicycles Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-06-30). Hazards: fall, crash. Models: B12, B16, S32. About 2,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10290 |
| Published | 2010-06-30 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | 2009 Felt model B12, B16 and S32 road bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Felt Bicycles |
| Firms | ADK Technology Limited of China (manufacturer); Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,100 |
| Model numbers | B12, B16, S32 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from October 2008 through May 2010 for between about $2,300 and $3,100 per bicycle. |
Description
The recall includes all 2009 Felt model B12, B16 and S32 road bicycles. 2009 B12 - These bicycles are gloss silver/carbon and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes. 2009 B16 - These bicycles are matte black/red and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes. 2009 S32 - These bicycles are available in gloss white/red and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes.
Hazard
The bicycle's fork steer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt Bicycles dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.
Incidents and injuries
Felt Bicycles has received seven reports of the bicycle forks breaking. Minor injuries, including bumps and bruises were reported in one of the incidents.
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