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Cycling Sports Group Recalls Cannondale Mountain Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: September 3, 2015 Initiated: September 3, 2015 #15231

Product Description

This recall involves all model year 2011 through 2015 Flash, FSi , F-4, F-5, F-29, Lexi, RZ, Scalpel and Trigger Cannondale mountain bicycles, with OPI stem/steering tube assemblies "OPI" is printed diagonally across the stem/steering tube in black letters.

Reason for Recall

The OPI stem/steering tube assemblies can fail, posing a risk of injury from a fall.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Cannondale dealers will fit a locking reinforcement wedge assembly inside the OPI stem/steering tube and replace the clamp bolts.

Details

Units Affected
About 23,000 (in addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all model year 2011 through 2015 Flash, FSi , F-4, F-5, F-29, Lexi, RZ, Scalpel and Trigger Cannondale mountain bicycles, with OPI stem/steering tube assemblies "OPI" is printed diagonally across the stem/steering tube in black letters.. Units affected: About 23,000 (in addition, about 800 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The OPI stem/steering tube assemblies can fail, posing a risk of injury from a fall.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Cannondale dealers will fit a locking reinforcement wedge assembly inside the OPI stem/steering tube and replace the clamp bolts.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 3, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15231.