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Industry Recalls ~Periodically, review the following industry notices to see if you are using any of these recalled products: ____________________ Dimension, in 2005 discovered a manufacturing defect that affected
some of their Dimension brand threadless stems in the 130 degree “high rise”
models. They conducted a product recall in cooperation with the Consumer
Product Safety Commission of all 130 degree stems sold from 2003 to 2005.
Despite the recall, many of the recalled stems may still be in use by consumers,
and a small percentage may have the manufacturing defect that led to the recall.
In order to protect the public from the possibility of injury, Dimension is
continuing their efforts to publicize this recall. For more information
about the recall, and inspection and replacement procedures, visit
www.dimensionbikeparts.com or contact QBP toll-free at (877)
725-7211 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. (05/08) Torelli has recalled their 2005 Verona and Lugano clincher tires. Due to a problem in manufacture, the tire bead can expand or stretch when the tire is inflated and separate from the wheel resulting in an immediate flat. This could result in loss of bicycle control and a fall possibly causgin an injury. Stop riding these tires immediately! Contact Cycles BiKyle or www.torelli.com for free replacement tires. (07/05)
Cervelo Bicycles of Toronto, Canada has issued a voluntary recall of the early production of their "Wolf" carbon forks. Though Cervelo has not received any reports of injuries from these forks, some have developed cracks around the crown area. This could result in total failure of the fork and an injury. These forks were only sold as part of early 2003 Soloist Team and Super Prodigy bicycles (Soloist 105 bikes are not affected). They are easily identified by the following: Wolf carbon forks from Soloist Team and Super Prodigy bikes that have large "Cervelo" decals on the sides of the forks are all recalled. Newer Wolf forks not involved in the recall have a large "Wolf" decal on their side. To our knowledge, all customers that received recalled forks from Cycles BiKyle have been personally contacted by Cycles BiKyle. All other consumers involved in the recall should stop using the recalled forks immediately and contact Cervelo through their toll free number at 866-296-3137. Recalled forks are being promptly replaced free of charge through authorized Cervelo dealers. (07/03)
Look of France has recalled a batch of their Look Carbon Stems. Although they've received no reports of breakage in the U.S., Look is recalling a small batch as they have seen some cracks in some stems used in France. The recall affects only Look Carbon stems (all sizes) which were shipped between July and August of 2001. Stems are identified by a dimple in the front of the stem underneath the face plate near one of the two threaded screw holes. Recalled stems do NOT have this dimple. If you have the dimple then you are fine. For a free replacement or inspection, return your stem to the place of purchase or call Veltec-Look at 800-991-0070. (02/03)
Marin Mountain Bikes has voluntarily recalled all of its 11.5" aluminum mountain bikes sold from August 1998 through July 12, 2002. Models included are Bobcat Trail, Hawk Hill, Palisades Trail, Pioneer Trail, Nail Trail, Stinson, and Rocky Ridge. Also included is the 13.5" aluminum Quake. Consumers should stop using these bikes immediately and call Marin's recall hotline at (800) 876-9840. Or visit www.marinbikes.com/recall to find a retailer near you to assist in the recall. The recalled frames will be replaced free of charge. (11/02)
Thule has announced a recall of all of their 2002 Backpack, Speedway, and Freeway car racks. Speedway and Freeway racks have a positioning spring that can slip if overstressed. These racks will be replaced at no charge. The Backpack racks will get new screw-in end caps to prevent premature loosening of the bike cradles. All customers should STOP USING these racks immediately and contact any Thule dealer for prompt replacement of the rack or end caps. (10/02)
Cane Creek is voluntarily recalling about 7,700 bicycle suspension seatposts. The seatpost's cradle, which attaches to the bicycle seat, can break posing the risk of falls and serious injury to riders. Cane Creek has received 18 reports of cradles breaking though no injuries have been reported. The recalled THUDBUSTER suspension seatposts are black and silver and have a range of serioal numbers between 10894 and 18710. The serial number can be found inside the seatpost's tube toward the bottom of the post. These posts were sold nationwide between November 2000 and June 2002 for about $140. Consumers should stop using these posts immediately and return them to the company for a free repair. Contact Cane Creek at their toll free number: (800) 234-2725. (08/02)
Rocky Mountain did a voluntary recall on the chainstays of their 2001 Edge and Slayer bicycles. Though the original stays are beefy enough for freeriding, Rocky Mountain determined that some of their riders were pushing the bikes to even more extreme riding. So, they beefed up the chainstays to 2.1mm wall thickness. Replacement stays were available through any authorized Rocky dealer at no charge to the customer. This free offer expired August 1, 2002. (05/02)
Profile Design: Owners of Profile Design Carbon-X and Carbon Stryke add-on aero bars should be aware that Profile has instituted a voluntary recall of the some of the arm support brackets on these bars*. The bracket can loosen and come off during use causing a loss of control of the bicycle. All owners should stop using their aero bars and immediately contact an authorized Profile dealer, such as Cycles BiKyle. Profile will provide new brackets that are easily installed by the shop or customer in less than 5 minutes. Tools required are a 4mm and a 5mm allen wrench. The old brackets do not need to be returned to Profile, but they must be disposed of. For more information you can call Profile at 888-800-5999 ext. 161. Or, visit Profile's website at www.profile-design.com. *This recall only affects certain ZB brackets. If your brackets are of the spring loaded "flip-up" type or if they are welded together rather than bolted with a 2-piece design, then your bracket is safe to continue using. 09/01
Specialized has recalled both their first run of lightweight S-Works tubeless mountain tires AND their second run. Contact your local Specialized dealer for more information. 08/01
Avid released a service bulletin, definitely NOT a recall, in regard to their mechanical disc brakes. Some riders or mechanics are trying to over-stretch the cables during setup thus causing undue stress to the entire brake system. "To properly setup the brake, it is not necessary or appropriate to attempt to stretch the inner wires." Bottom line - Make sure that you do not overly squeeze the brake levers after the pads have contacted the rotor. If, during brake setup or heavy-duty use, you hear or feel a pop while applying pressure to the brake levers, or notice a sudden increase in the slack or play of the brake cable then the brake may have been damaged. At that point, you should immediately contact your Avid dealer for inspection and possible repair or replacement. 11/00
Profile-Design of California has instituted a recall of approximately 8000 "Stiffy" threadless stems. The stems say "Profile" on them, not "Profile-Design". And, they say "Stiffy" on the rear portion of the steering tube clamp. The recalled stems have only 2 bolts on the bar clamp. There is a new version with 3 bolts on the bar clamp; these have not been recalled. If you have one of these stems stop using it immediately and return it to your dealer for free replacement or call 888-800-5999 ext 161 for a dealer locator. 11/00
Rock Shox has issued a recall on a number of their early production 2001 forks. As of 10/5/00, all 2001 Judy TT, Judy TT Special, Jett, and Metro front suspension forks have been recalled due to possible premature fracturing of the compression rods. Stop riding immediately and return the product to an authorized Rock Shox dealer. Corrective action will be implemented as soon as approved by the CPSC. 10/00
Icon has issued a recall of their Havana and Bordeaux road stems due to some broken clamp bolts. These stems are primarily used on Trek road bikes, so check all Treks as well as other production bikes such as Lemond and Klein. Contact an Icon or Trek dealer for prompt replacement. 9/7/00
Deda has recalled the face plates on their Newton stems - both regular and oversize. Stems from early 2000 production are 5mm thick at the bolt seating of the face plates. All newer ones are 6mm thick. Contact your Deda dealer for a free replacement. 9/1/00
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