CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The tire can separate from the wheel, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 17, 2005

CPSC, Torelli Imports Announce Recall of Bicycle Tires

This recall involves Torelli Verona and Lugano Open Tubular bicycle tires with folding Kevlar beads, used to hold the tire to the rim. A red and white label on the sidewall of the Verona model has "Torelli Verona 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. A green and white label on the lower edge of the Lugano model has "Torelli Lugano 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. The tires are packaged in red and white boxes with the Torelli logo on the front.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the tires immediately and contact their local bicycle retailer or Torelli Imports to receive a free replacement tire.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Torelli Imports at (800) 523-6604 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.torelli.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from February 2005 through July 2005, for between $30 to $60.
Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Torelli Imports, of Camarillo, Calif.
Recall Number
05243

Product Information

Product Name
Bicycle Tires
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 1,100
Manufacturer Name
Torelli Imports, of Camarillo, Calif.
Manufactured In
Thailand

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Website www.torelli.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Torelli Imports at (800) 523-6604 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.torelli.com