CPSC recall 08-506, announced October 16, 2007, covers Procycle Group Rocky Mountain-Solo Bicycles (about 45 units). The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return the frame to the bicycle store where purchased to receive a free replacement frame, a full refund, or credit. Recall contact: call (800) 663-2512, or go to www.bikes.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: CR50, CR70.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Rocky Mountain Bicycles brand of Solo bicycles. The models included in this recall are: 2006 SOLO CR50, 2006 SOLO CR70, and 2007 SOLO CR LTD. The bicycles have a full carbon Columbus frame. "Rocky Mountain" and "Solo" are printed on the head tube.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Procycle Group Inc. has received two reports of head tubes detaching from the frames, resulting in shoulder and facial injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return the frame to the bicycle store where purchased to receive a free replacement frame, a full refund, or credit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Procycle Group
- Manufacturer
- Procycle Group Inc., of Quebec, Canada
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 08-506
- Units
- About 45
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2006 through July 2007 for between $2,000 and $5,850.
Rocky Mountain-Solo Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Procycle Group Inc. at (800) 663-2512 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bikes.com
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