CPSCJanuary 9, 2007

Cannondale 2007 Model Road Bicycles recall: Brake Failure

Cannondale Recalls 2007 Model Road Bicycles Due to Brake Failure

Why was Cannondale 2007 Model Road Bicycles recalled?

The bicycle's front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately until inspected or repaired. Cannondale or Authorized Cannondale Dealers have contacted affected consumers directly for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Contact: Consumers with one of the recalled models who have not been contacted by Cannondale or an Authorized Cannondale Dealer can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Cannondale 2007 Model Road Bicycles
Company
Cannondale Bicycle Corp., of Bethel, Conn.
Quantity
About 700
Sold at
Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from July 2006 through November 2006 for between $3,200 and $4,500.
Recall date
January 9, 2007
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled road racing bicycles are made from aluminum and carbon fiber or all carbon fiber. The model name is printed on the bicycle's top tube. They were sold in the following colors: natural aluminum/carbon, red, black or black and blue. Recalled models include: Cannondale Models 2007 Six 13 Team 1 2007 Six 13 Team 1/Compact Drive 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Compact Drive Si Crank 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Standard bottom bracket, Dura Ace Crank

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