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CPSC, Cervélo Cycles Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Forks

Reported: July 31, 2003 Initiated: July 31, 2003 #03169

Product Description

The recall involves "Wolf" all-carbon road bike forks with a 1-inch diameter threadless steer tube. The bicycle forks were sold with 2003 model Soloist Team and Super Prodigy bicycles and framesets. A 17cm "Cervélo" logo is printed in white outlined letters on both fork legs.

Reason for Recall

The forks on the bicycles can develop cracks near the crown area, resulting in failure of the fork and posing a risk of injury to the rider.

Remedy

Return the bicycles with the recalled forks to the dealer where purchased or contact Cervélo's recall hotline to locate the nearest service dealer to receive a free replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves "Wolf" all-carbon road bike forks with a 1-inch diameter threadless steer tube. The bicycle forks were sold with 2003 model Soloist Team and Super Prodigy bicycles and framesets. A 17cm "Cervélo" logo is printed in white outlined letters on both fork legs.. Recalled by Cervélo Cycles Inc., of Toronto, Canada. Units affected: About 317.
Why was this product recalled?
The forks on the bicycles can develop cracks near the crown area, resulting in failure of the fork and posing a risk of injury to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Return the bicycles with the recalled forks to the dealer where purchased or contact Cervélo's recall hotline to locate the nearest service dealer to receive a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 31, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03169.