CPSC recall 15-166, announced June 17, 2015, covers Colnago America Bicycles and bicycle frame kits (about 400 units). The front brakes can detach from fork during use, posing a crash hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles and bicycle frame kits and contact Colnago America for a free inspection. Recall contact: call (844) 265-6246, or go to www.colnago-america.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.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: CF10.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all Colnago CF10 and Colnago V1-r racing bicycles and bicycle frame kits that fit 28-inch wheels. "Colnago for Ferrari" is on the downtube and the Ferrari logo is on the seat tube of the CF10. "Colnago" is on the downtube and the Ferrari logo is on the crossbar of the V1-r. Model numbers CF10 or V1-r are on both sides of the front fork. Model CF10 frames come in the colors black with white letters and red trim, and black with white letters and yellow trim. Model V1-r frames come in the colors black with white letters and red trim, gray with black letters and black trim, gray with white letters and white trim, and white with silver letters and silver trim.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front brakes can detach from fork during use, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles and bicycle frame kits and contact Colnago America for a free inspection. If the hole in the front fork for the brake mounting bolt is not at least 12 mm in depth, the front fork will be replaced free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Colnago America
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-166
- Units
- About 400 in the United States and 34 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Colnago dealers from August 2014 to April 2015 for between $4,800 and $12,000.
- Importer
- Colnago America Inc., of Chicago
Bicycles and bicycle frame kits
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Colnago America Inc. toll-free at (844) 265-6246 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online at www.colnago-america.com and click on "Colnago recalls bikes and frame kits" for more information.
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