CPSC recall 15-128, announced May 1, 2015, covers Felt Cruiser bicycles (about 200 units). The bicycle's brakes can fail, posing a crash hazard. The notice cites 26 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the rear hub cog/driver. Recall contact: call (866) 433-5887, or go to www.feltbicycles.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.
The Deep Six has a serial number between YI31106188 and YI31106287.
Which products are included?
This recall involves beach cruiser style Felt Deep Six and El Guapo model bicycles with one speed and coaster brakes. "Felt" and "Deep Six" or "El Guapo" are printed on the bicycle's frame. The Deep Six was sold in black cherry with white sidewall tires and the El Guapo was sold in matte black with white tires. The Deep Six has a serial number between YI31106188 and YI31106287. The El Guapo has a serial number between YI31106288 and YI31106387. The serial number is printed on the bicycle's bottom bracket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's brakes can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Felt Bicycles has received 26 reports of incidents with the recalled bicycles. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the rear hub cog/driver.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Felt Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-128
- Units
- About 200
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from June 2014 through March 2015 for between $600 and $750.
- Distributor
- Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif.
Felt Cruiser bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.feltbicycles.com/ and click on "Notices" for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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