Bicycles and Framesets recalled

WASHINGTON, D.C. Hazard:

The bicycle's fork legs can separate from the fork crown and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm is aware of three reports of forks separating with minor injuries reported in one of the incidents.

Description:

This recall involves all 2010 Redline Conquest Pro Cyclocross bicycles and framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in pearl white/blue and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks and aluminum steerer tubes.

Sold at:

Bicycle specialty stores nationwide between August 2009 and November 2009 for about $1,900 for the bicycle and about $550 for the frameset.

Manufactured in:

Taiwan

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local Redline bicycle dealer to receive a free inspection and fork replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information contact Redline Bicycles at (800) 283-2453 or visit the firm's Web site at www.Redlinebicycles.com For more information, visit the CPSC website
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