CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The steer tube on the bicycle fork can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/39155r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 24, 2014

Felt Bicycles Recalls Triathlon Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury

This recall includes all 2008 Felt S22 and S32 triathlon bicycles, and 2010 S32, B12, B14 and B16 triathlon bicycles. The bicycles have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks and aluminum steer tubes. The Felt logo is on the seat, frame and tires. The model number is printed on the frame, next to the Felt logo. The 2008 S22 model was sold in gloss white and the 2008 S32 was sold in gloss red. The 2010 S32 model was sold in gloss black, the 2010 B12 was sold in gloss white, the 2010 B14 was sold in gloss pewter and the 2010 B16 was sold in matte black.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact their local Felt Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and steer tube replacement.

Contact Information

Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.feltracing.com and click on "Notices" for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from October 2007 through February 2014 for between $1,500 and $3,000.
Injuries
Felt Bicycles has received 18 reports of the bicycle forks breaking, including five reports of minor injuries.
Manufacturer
ADK Technology Ltd., of China
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
14159

Product Information

Product Name
2008 Felt S22 and S32 Triathlon Bicycles and 2010 Felt S32, B12, B14 and B16 Triathlon Bicycles.
Product Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Number of Units
About 3,300 (2,100 additional units with the same steer tube were previously recalled in June 2010) in U.S. and about 190 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
ADK Technology Ltd., of China
Distributed By
Felt Bicycles, of Irvine, Calif.
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone (866) 433-5887
Website www.feltracing.com
Full Contact Information

Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.feltracing.com and click on "Notices" for more information.