Recalls / 2010-06-30

Felt Bicycles Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

10290 · Recalled 2010-06-30 · CPSC page

Description

The recall includes all 2009 Felt model B12, B16 and S32 road bicycles. 2009 B12 - These bicycles are gloss silver/carbon and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes. 2009 B16 - These bicycles are matte black/red and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes. 2009 S32 - These bicycles are available in gloss white/red and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes.

Hazards

The bicycle's fork steer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer injuries.

Reported injuries

Felt Bicycles has received seven reports of the bicycle forks breaking. Minor injuries, including bumps and bruises were reported in one of the incidents.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt Bicycles dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
2009 Felt model B12, B16 and S32 road bicycles		About 2,100 bicycles

Parties

Manufacturer: ADK Technology Limited
Importer: Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Bicycle specialty from October 2008 through May 2010 for between about $2, 300, 100 per bicycle.

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 or (866) 4-FELT-US, or visit the firm's website at www.feltracing.com

More images

Picture of Recalled Bicycle showing steerer tube (inside head tube)

Source: CPSC recall 10290. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.