Reynolds Recalls Bicycle Forks

Reynolds are recalling their US-manufactured UL road forks with 43 mm and 50 mm rakes (serial numbers 09100 through 10403) as “the fork tips could separate from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while riding”. About 330 units included in custom 2007 bicycle frame kits from Independent Fabrication, Litespeed, Lynskey Performance Designs LLC., Merlin, Parlee, Rock Lobster, Spectrum Cycles, Strong Frames and Vicious Cycles are involved. They were reportedly sold in the US from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $500.

more on cpsc.gov and reynolds website

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Formula Oro Disc Brake Recall!

FORMULA ORO DISC BRAKE SYSTEM RECALL in USA!

Your Formula Oro Disc brake system may be the subject of a safety recall. If your bike has a Formula Oro disc brake system installed, STOP RIDING YOUR BIKE until you determine whether your brakes are part of this recall.

The set screw which secures the pin which attaches the brake lever to the master cylinder may come loose. If these set screws come loose, your brake levers may separate from the brake, rendering the brakes inoperable, and you could lose control of your bike and fall.

Check the serial number of your brakes at the brake lever. Brakes with a serial number lower than 295237 are included. If you have an affected brake set, bring it to the bicycle dealer where you purchased the brakes for inspection and repair. For questions about this recall, please contact recall@formulabrakeusa.com or call toll free:

(866)458-3130
While we recommend having your dealer repair your Oro brakes, consumer repair instructions are available below. If you are uncomfortable or unable to repair the brakes yourself, please contact your dealer for repairs!

Information:

1. Safety Recall Poster - Summarizes the information above in one page
2. Repair Instructions - Instructions for repairing your Oro Brakes

FAQ

source: Formula USA

Rocky Mountain Solo Recall

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Rocky Mountain-Solo Bicycles
Units: About 45
Manufacturer: Procycle Group Inc., of Quebec, Canada
Hazard: The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Procycle Group Inc. has received two reports of head tubes detaching from the frames, resulting in shoulder and facial injuries.

Description: This recall involves the Rocky Mountain Bicycles brand of Solo bicycles. The models included in this recall are: 2006 SOLO CR50, 2006 SOLO CR70, and 2007 SOLO CR LTD. The bicycles have a full carbon Columbus frame. “Rocky Mountain” and “Solo” are printed on the head tube.

Sold by: Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2006 through July 2007 for between $2,000 and $5,850.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return the frame to the bicycle store where purchased to receive a free replacement frame, a full refund, or credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Procycle Group Inc. at (800) 666-2512 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.bikes.com.