CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • January 8, 2008

Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard

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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified.

Contact Information

For further information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to custserv@cannondale.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007.
Injuries
The firm has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
Recall Number
08534

Product Information

Product Name
Cannondale 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 150
Manufacturer Name
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone (800) 245-3872
Website www.cannondale.com
Full Contact Information

For further information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to custserv@cannondale.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com