Cannondale 2008 Scalpel Frameset, Team, 1, 2 mountain bikes

Description: Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 January 8, 2008 Alert #08-534 Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Cannondale 2008 model year “Scalpel” mountain bikes Units: About 150 Manufacturer: Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn. Hazard: The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported. Description: The 2008 model year Scalpel is a cross-country racing mountain bike, made from carbon fiber and aluminum. They were sold in Black/White, Blue/Black and Black. The recall includes the following models: Model # Product Retail Price 8AVPFR Scalpel Frameset about $3,200 8VPO Scalpel Team about $6,900 8VP1 Scalpel 1 about $6,400 8VP2 Scalpel 2 about $4,300 Only certain serial numbers are affected. Sold at: Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified. Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to [email protected], or visit the firm’s Web site at www.cannondale.com [Learn More]