Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
CPSC recall 08534 · announced January 8, 2008 · Cannondale Bicycle · 150 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007.
Consumer contact: For further information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to custserv@cannondale.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.