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Product recall · CPSCMay 1, 2015Worth checking
Felt Bicycles Cruiser Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bicycle's brakes can fail, posing a crash hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the rear hub cog/driver.
Who to contact: Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.feltbicycles.com/ and click on "Notices" for more information.
The product
This recall involves beach cruiser style Felt Deep Six and El Guapo model bicycles with one speed and coaster brakes. "Felt" and "Deep Six" or "El Guapo" are printed on the bicycle's frame. The Deep Six was sold in black cherry with white sidewall tires and the El Guapo was sold in matte black with white tires. The Deep Six has a serial number between YI31106188 and YI31106287. The El Guapo has a serial number between YI31106288 and YI31106387. The serial number is printed on the bicycle's bottom bracket.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- May 1, 2015
- Made or distributed by
- Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Felt Bicycles has received 26 reports of incidents with the recalled bicycles. No injuries have been reported.
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from June 2014 through March 2015 for between $600 and $750.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Felt Bicycles Recalls Cruiser Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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