CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Gemini Bicycles
CPSC recall 03024 · announced October 24, 2002 · Cannondale · 800 units affected
The product
The recall involves the following bicycle models with medium- and large-sized frames: 2002 Gemini 1000 2003 Gemini 2000 2002 Gemini 2000 2003 Gemini 1000 2003 Gemini 900 The bicycles have "Cannondale" written on the downtube, and "Gemini" and the model number are written on the top tube. The bicycles were sold in various colors.
The hazard
The frames on some of these bicycles have been improperly manufactured, causing too much of the thickest portion of the downtube to be removed. This could cause the frame to break during use, resulting in falls and serious injury to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact their local Cannondale retailer for a free inspection of their bicycle frame. Consumers with improperly manufactured frames will have a free replacement frame installed.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Cannondale has received three reports of frames breaking. One minor injury was reported.
Sold at: Authorized Cannondale retailers nationwide sold these bicycles, from December 2001 through September 2002, for between $2,100 and $3,800.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKEUSA or visit the company's web site at www.cannondale.com, to find a local retailer.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.