CPSCMay 19, 2009

Cannondale Recalls Bicycles

Cannondale Recalls Bicycles; JD Forks Can Lose Alignment, Posing Crash Hazard

Why was Cannondale Recalls Bicycles recalled?

The recalled bicycle's fork can lose alignment causing the front wheel to turn unexpectedly. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop riding the recalled bicycles immediately and contact their dealer to arrange for a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 (BIKEUSA) 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
Bicycles with JD suspension forks
Company
JD Components, of Taiwan, Cannondale Bicycle Corp., of Bethel, Conn.
Quantity
About 1,500
Sold at
Cannondale bicycle dealers from February 2009 through April 2009 for between $600 and $800.
Recall date
May 19, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves model year 2008 Cannondale Adventure 2, Adventure 3, Adventure 2 Feminine and Adventure 3 Feminine bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle's frame. The bicycles have a suspension fork with the words "cannondale AT35 adventure trail" printed on them. Bicycles equipped with the Rock Shox i-ride fork are not included in the recall.

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