CPSC recall 03-169, announced July 31, 2003, covers Cervélo Cycles Wolf Bicycle Forks (about 317 units). 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. The notice reports no incidents. 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. Recall contact: call (866) 296-3137.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was 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.
Incidents and injuries
None.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Cervélo Cycles
- Manufacturer
- Cervélo Cycles Inc., of Toronto, Canada
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 03-169
- Units
- About 317
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from April 2003 through July 2003, for about $3,000.
Wolf Bicycle Forks
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers should contact Cervélo Cycles toll-free at (866) 296-3137 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday CT.
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