# CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Bicycles With Defective Stems
> **CPSC recall** · 2002-08-15 · 02228 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 02228
- **Date:** 2002-08-15
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Bicycle stems installed on 2002 and 2003 Cannondale bicycles

## Hazards

The stem can break away from the bicycle, causing a loss of control, falls and serious injury to riders.

## Manufacturer(s)

3T (Tecno Tubo Torino), of Italy

## Retailer(s)

Authorized Cannondale Bicycle dealers nationwide sold the stems, from March 2001 through July 2002, for between $3,400 and $5,000 (includes the cost of the bicycle).

## Importer(s)

Cannondale Corp., of Bethel, Conn.

## Country of manufacture

Italy

## Description

The recalled stems are black and have the model name 3T ZEPP XL printed in white on the sides of the body of the stem. The faceplate also has "3T" printed in white at the front of the stem. The stems were installed on 2002 and 2003 model year Cannondale bicycles. The recalled stems were manufactured in Italy by 3T (Tecno Tubo Torino) and distributed by parent company, Gruppo, SPA.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Cannondale-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycles-With-Defective-Stems)
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