CPSC recall 17-750, announced June 16, 2017, covers Advanced Composites Bicycle forks (about 40 units). The fork leg can crack or become damaged, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle forks and send them back to Advanced Composites for an inspection. Recall contact: call 800-417-1597, or go to www.woundupcomposites.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.
The serial number is engraved on the bottom of the disc brake tab mounted on the fork leg.
Which products are included?
This recall involves select Wound Up Tandem Duo Disc bicycle forks manufactured between June 2015 and December 2015. The forks have a carbon crown and legs and the words "Wound Up" printed on the legs. Serial numbers included in the recall are: AC662, BJ573, CD758, CE779, CE789, CE800, CE805, CE806, CF830, CF831, CG843, CG845, CG848, CG851, CG852, CG853, CG862, CG863, CG865, CH913, CH914, CH915, CH916, CI925, CI926, CI928, CI929, CI931, CI932, CI933, CI973, CI974, CI975, CI976, CK008, CK009, CL056 and CL062. The serial number is engraved on the bottom of the disc brake tab mounted on the fork leg.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fork leg can crack or become damaged, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a crack in a fork leg next to the disc brake tab. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle forks and send them back to Advanced Composites for an inspection. Advanced Composites will inspect the forks and provide a free replacement for defective forks including shipping costs.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Advanced Composites
- Manufacturer
- Advanced Composites Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 17-750
- Units
- About 40
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle frame builders from June 2015 through December 2015 for about $575 for the fork
Recall contact information
Advanced Composites at 800-417-1597 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.woundupcomposites.com and click on Recall Information for more information.
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