Felt Bicycles Announce Recall to Repair Mountain Bicycles for Brake Failure
CPSC recall 06206 · announced July 7, 2006 · Kinesis, Taiwan · 700 units affected
The product
This recall involves all model year 2005 and 2006 Kinesis-made RXC bicycles. The frames on these bicycles are made with carbon fiber rear seat stays and are equipped with V-style brakes, and not equipped with disk brakes from the factory. Frames affected by this recall were shipped to dealers between October 2004 and April 2006.
The hazard
The steel brake boss can detach from the frame, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and contact your local Felt bicycle dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Felt Bicycles has received three reports of the brake boss coming loose. No injuries reported.
Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from October 2004 through April 2006 for between $1,050 and $5,000.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Felt Bicycles at (866) 433-5887 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.feltracing.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.