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Cannondale Recalls Slice RS Bikes Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: August 1, 2013 Initiated: August 1, 2013 #13745

Product Description

This recall includes all 2013 model year Cannondale triathlon and time trial Slice RS bikes including the Black Edition, Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 bicycles and framesets. The Black Edition bikes come in black and the word Cannondale is in green on the top tube. The Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 are white with red trim and the word Cannondale is in black on the down tube of the bicycle. The unusual brakes on the Slice RS models are mounted behind the front fork and under the chainstay.

Reason for Recall

The brake plates can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Cannondale is contacting its customers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 500

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes all 2013 model year Cannondale triathlon and time trial Slice RS bikes including the Black Edition, Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 bicycles and framesets. The Black Edition bikes come in black and the word Cannondale is in green on the top tube. The Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 are white with red trim and the word Cannondale is in black on the down tube of the bicycle. The unusual brakes on the Slice RS models are mounted behind the front fork and under the chainstay.. Units affected: About 500.
Why was this product recalled?
The brake plates can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Cannondale is contacting its customers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 1, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13745.