CPSC recall 16-229, announced July 21, 2016, covers Post Moderne Tech Cannondale commuter bicycles (about 3,100 units). The bicycle's fork axle can crack, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 30 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and take them to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Recall contact: call 800-726-2453, 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 2010-2012 Cannondale Bad Boy and Bad Girl commuter bicycles. They were sold in black. Only bicycles with date codes beginning with P, Q and RB through RL are included in this recall. The date code is located on the bottom of the bicycle fork. The frame is matte black. A Cannondale decal can be found on the downtube.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's fork axle can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 30 reports of the bicycle's fork axle cracking; including an injury report of a fall that resulted in a concussion and bruising.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and take them to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Cannondale dealers will replace the fork free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Post Moderne Tech
- Manufacturer
- Post Moderne Tech Corp., of Taiwan
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 16-229
- Units
- About 3,100 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from June 2010 through December 2014 for between $1,000 and $1,800.
- Importer
- Cycling Sports Group Inc., of Wilton, Conn.
Cannondale commuter bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Cannondale at 800-726-2453 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 Safety Notices and Recalls at the bottom right-hand corner of the main page for more information.
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