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Product recall · CPSCApril 24, 2014Serious
Felt Bicycles Triathlon Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The steer tube on the bicycle fork can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact their local Felt Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and steer tube replacement.
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 www.feltracing.com and click on "Notices" for more information.
The product
This recall includes all 2008 Felt S22 and S32 triathlon bicycles, and 2010 S32, B12, B14 and B16 triathlon bicycles. The bicycles have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks and aluminum steer tubes. The Felt logo is on the seat, frame and tires. The model number is printed on the frame, next to the Felt logo. The 2008 S22 model was sold in gloss white and the 2008 S32 was sold in gloss red. The 2010 S32 model was sold in gloss black, the 2010 B12 was sold in gloss white, the 2010 B14 was sold in gloss pewter and the 2010 B16 was sold in matte black.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,300 (2,100 additional units with the same steer tube were previously recalled in June 2010) in U.S. and about 190 in Canada
- Recall date
- April 24, 2014
- Brand
- ADK Technology Ltd., of China
- Made or distributed by
- Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Felt Bicycles has received 18 reports of the bicycle forks breaking, including five reports of minor injuries.
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from October 2007 through February 2014 for between $1,500 and $3,000.
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 Triathlon Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury”
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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