Bike parts recall

I hope nobody has any of these parts...

---Carbon fiber handlebar models sold by Performance
and Supergo (owned by Performance) have been recalled.

Performance's Forte Flyte OS and Supergo's Weyless
CF200 drop bars can develop cracks that may not be
visible. One of the bars broke. About 300 handlebars
are involved in the recall. Both models have the natural
carbon dark-gray look.

If you're using one of these bars, stop. Call for refund or
replacement info. Performance, 800/553-8324. Supergo,
800/398-9702.

---Wheel quick releases called "Scatto" and made by
FSA (Full Speed Ahead) are being recalled because a
part in the lever can break. About 1,375 sets are involved.
Twelve have broken. The levers are laser etched with "FSA"
and the end pieces are round.

These levers were sold between Oct. '03 and Sept. '04
for $49.95 per set. FSA is offering free replacements to
owners who call 877/743-3372.

---Specialized road bikes are being recalled because the
handlebars can slip in the stems. There have been two
reports of this happening among the 1,500 affected bikes:
2005 Allez Sport, Allez Elite, Roubaix and Sequoia.

The problem bikes were sold in July and August of this
year. If you own one, contact the shop where you bought
it or call Specialized at 800/432-4144.

-Tom




Edited by madcow 2004-09-30 12:51 PM