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Fall / CollapseAugust 19, 2009CPSC #09313

Felt Bicycles Recalls Cyclocross Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Product
Bicycles
Units affected
1,500
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

The recall includes all 2007/2008 Felt F1X Cyclocross Bicycles. These bicycles are available in semimatte black and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steerer tubes.

Hazard

The bicycle's fork steerer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control and fall, posing a risk of injury.

Injuries

Felt Bicycles has received six reports of the bicycle forks breaking, including two reports of minor cuts and scrapes.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from July 2006 through April 2009 for between $1,400 and $1,500.

Photos

Recalled Cyclocross Bicycle
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