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Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Performance Inc. Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: January 4, 2012 Initiated: January 4, 2012 #12078

Product Description

Forté Pro Carbon Road Pedals are sold in sets of two bicycle pedals that attach to cycling shoes. The pedal body is black and is made of lightweight carbon injected thermoplastic. The axle is a black and made of chromium molybdenum steel with a black steel axle. The front, top of the pedal has "Carbon" printed in red; the top middle has "EPS-R" embossed in the body with the "R" in red and on the top rear of the pedal the word "Forté" printed in white. The outer edge of the pedal has the Forté logos, crossed F's, in white. The catalog number, 50-8128, is used in all catalogs.

Reason for Recall

The pedal body can break or crack during use, causing the rider to lose control and posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle pedals and contact Performance to obtain a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Forté Pro Carbon Road Pedals are sold in sets of two bicycle pedals that attach to cycling shoes. The pedal body is black and is made of lightweight carbon injected thermoplastic. The axle is a black and made of chromium molybdenum steel with a black steel axle. The front, top of the pedal has "Carbon" printed in red; the top middle has "EPS-R" embossed in the body with the "R" in red and on the top rear of the pedal the word "Forté" printed in white. The outer edge of the pedal has the Forté logos, crossed F's, in white. The catalog number, 50-8128, is used in all catalogs.. Units affected: About 2,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The pedal body can break or crack during use, causing the rider to lose control and posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle pedals and contact Performance to obtain a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 4, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12078.