Cannondale Recalls 2007 Model Road Bicycles Due to Brake Failure
The hazard
The bicycle's front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Incidents reported: No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately until inspected or repaired. Cannondale or Authorized Cannondale Dealers have contacted affected consumers directly for a free inspection and repair, if necessary.
Contact: Consumers with one of the recalled models who have not been contacted by Cannondale or an Authorized Cannondale Dealer can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com
About this recall
The recalled road racing bicycles are made from aluminum and carbon fiber or all carbon fiber. The model name is printed on the bicycle's top tube. They were sold in the following colors: natural aluminum/carbon, red, black or black and blue. Recalled models include: Cannondale Models 2007 Six 13 Team 1 2007 Six 13 Team 1/Compact Drive 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Compact Drive Si Crank 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Standard bottom bracket, Dura Ace Crank
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC