CPSC recall 16-061, announced December 17, 2015, covers Focus Izalco Max Bicycles (about 470 units). The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 1 injury. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call 831-471-5213, or email service.usa@focus-bikes.com.
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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 the 2014-2015 Focus Izalco Max bicycles with Acros-brand upper headsets. The headsets are black with the word "Acros" printed in white on the upper headset.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of incidents outside the United States, including one reported injury in France. No incidents have been reported in the United States.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Focus Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 16-061
- Units
- About 470 (an additional 31 sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Germany, Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle retailers nationwide, and online at www.bikebling.com and carbonconnection.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $1,800 and $9,500.
- Importer
- Focus Bicycles USA, Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.
Focus Izalco Max Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Focus Bicycles toll-free at 831-471-5213 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or via email at service.usa@focus-bikes.com
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