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Fall / CollapseDecember 17, 2015CPSC #16061

Focus Bicycles Recalls Izalco Max Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Product
Bicycles
Units affected
470
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.

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.

Made in

Germany, Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • 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.

Photos

Focus Izalco Max BicycleAcros Logo on Headset
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