| Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
| January 8, 2008 Alert #08-534 |
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
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 custserv@cannondale.com, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.cannondale.com