CPSC recall 13-745, announced August 1, 2013, covers Cannondale Slice RS bicycles and framesets (about 500 units). The brake plates can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Recall contact: call (800) 245-3872, go to www.cannondale.com, or email custserv@cyclingsportsgroup.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.
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?
This recall includes all 2013 model year Cannondale triathlon and time trial Slice RS bikes including the Black Edition, Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 bicycles and framesets. The Black Edition bikes come in black and the word Cannondale is in green on the top tube. The Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 are white with red trim and the word Cannondale is in black on the down tube of the bicycle. The unusual brakes on the Slice RS models are mounted behind the front fork and under the chainstay.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The brake plates can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Cannondale received one report of a loose brake plate. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Cannondale is contacting its customers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Cycling Sports Group Inc., Bethel Conn.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 13-745
- Units
- About 500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Cannondale retailers nationwide between October 2012 and June 2013 for between $5,500 and $11,000 for the bike and $4,500 for the frameset.
- Importer
- Cycling Sports Group Inc., Bethel Conn.
Cannondale Slice RS bicycles and framesets
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.cannondale.com and click on Safety at the bottom of the page. Consumers can also send an e-mail to custserv@cyclingsportsgroup.com.
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