Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes
Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
Why was Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes recalled?
The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified. 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 [email protected], 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 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes
- Company
- Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
- Quantity
- About 150
- Sold at
- Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007.
- Recall date
- January 8, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.