Focus Bicycles Recalls Spine Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 16752 · announced June 7, 2016 · Focus Bicycles · 80 units affected
The product
This recall involves four models of 2016 Focus Spine mountain bicycles. The Spine C (carbon) 0.0, Factory, Pro and SL were sold in three colors: black/white, gray/orange and green/light green/yellow. "Focus" is printed on the bicycle's down tube and "Spine" is printed on the top tube.
The hazard
The bicycle seatstay or linkage component parts used to connect the seat tube and rear axle dropouts can be incorrectly sized which can cause the frame to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free inspection and repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of an incident in Switzerland. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent specialty bicycle stores nationwide from October 2015 through April 2016 for between $4,000 and $8,000.
Consumer contact: Focus Bicycles toll-free at 877-753-4480 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.focus-bikes.com and click on "Spine Recall" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.