Key Takeaway
Cannondale Recalls Bicycles With Carbon Crankset Due to Fall Hazard was recalled on June 6, 2007. What to do: Cannondale dealers will inspect the bicycle cranksets to determine if a free replacement is needed.
Cannondale Recalls Bicycles With Carbon Crankset Due to Fall Hazard
Description
Cranksets are the gears at the front of the bicycle chain with pedals attached to the outer ends. The crankset spins on a bearing and axle assembly called a bottom bracket. The recalled cranksets are two-piece carbon cranksets with an integrated aluminum bottom bracket. These cranksets were used on the following bicycle models: 2007 Road Bikes: Synapse Carbon SL1 Compact drive Ironman 1, Si Carbon Standard drive System 6 Team 1 Compact drive and Standard drive System 6 Team 3 Compact drive and Standard drive Cyclocross SLl 1 Compact drive 2007 Mountain Bikes: Taurine 1 SL Rush Carbon 2 2007 Framesets & Cranksets: Synapse SL Si System 6 Team SI Ironman 613 SL CAAD 9 Cyclocross Si All carbon Si road and mountain cranksets 2008 Road Bikes: System 6 Liquigas 3 Compact and Standard Drive
Injuries / Consequence
Cannondale has received two reports of the cranksets breaking resulting in one minor injury.
Remedy
Cannondale dealers will inspect the bicycle cranksets to determine if a free replacement is needed.
Products Affected
Bicycles with Carbon Cranksets
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Cannondale dealers will inspect the bicycle cranksets to determine if a free replacement is needed.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.