CPSC recall 09-313, announced August 19, 2009, covers Aprebic/EVO Industry 2007/2008 Felt F1X Cyclocross Bicycles (about 1,500 units). The bicycle's fork steerer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control and fall, posing a risk of injury. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Felt Bicycles dealer to receive a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (866) 433-5887, or go to www.feltracing.com.
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Which products are included?
The recall includes all 2007/2008 Felt F1X Cyclocross Bicycles. These bicycles are available in semimatte black and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steerer tubes.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's fork steerer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control and fall, posing a risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
Felt Bicycles has received six reports of the bicycle forks breaking, including two reports of minor cuts and scrapes.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Felt Bicycles dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Aprebic/EVO Industry
- Manufacturer
- Aprebic/EVO Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-313
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from July 2006 through April 2009 for between $1,400 and $1,500.
- Importer
- Felt Bicycles, of Irving, Calif.
2007/2008 Felt F1X Cyclocross Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information contact Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.feltracing.com
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