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Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-01-08 · 08534

Hazards

The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.

Recall

Number
08534
Date
2008-01-08
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
Cannondale 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes

Companies

Manufacturer(s)
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
Retailer(s)
Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007.
Country of manufacture
United States

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.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
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