CPSC recall 15-231, announced September 3, 2015, covers Cycling Sports Group Cannondale mountain bicycles with OPI stem/steering tube (about 23,000 units). The OPI stem/steering tube assemblies can fail, posing a risk of injury from a fall. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800-245-3872, go to www.cannondale.com, or email custserve@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 involves all model year 2011 through 2015 Flash, FSi , F-4, F-5, F-29, Lexi, RZ, Scalpel and Trigger Cannondale mountain bicycles, with OPI stem/steering tube assemblies "OPI" is printed diagonally across the stem/steering tube in black letters.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The OPI stem/steering tube assemblies can fail, posing a risk of injury from a fall.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Cannondale dealers will fit a locking reinforcement wedge assembly inside the OPI stem/steering tube and replace the clamp bolts.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Cycling Sports Group
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-231
- Units
- About 23,000 (in addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from July 2010 to July 2015 for between $2,000 and $10,000.
- Importer
- Cycling Sports Group Inc., of Wilton, Conn.
Cannondale mountain bicycles with OPI stem/steering tube
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Cycling Sports Group at 800-BIKE-USA (800-245-3872) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at custserve@cyclingsportsgroup.com or online at www.cannondale.com and click on "Recalls" under the Recalls & Safety link at the bottom of the page.
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