The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08534·Announced 2008-01-08

Cannondale Recalls 2008 Scalpel Mountain Bikes Due to Frame Failure Hazard

Cannondale is recalling about 150 2008 model year Scalpel mountain bikes because the frame can break while in use, posing a crash hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (frame failure) that poses a risk of harm from crashes, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Cannondale Bicycle Corporation is recalling about 150 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes. The recall involves specific models including the Scalpel Frameset, Scalpel Team, Scalpel 1, and Scalpel 2, which were sold in Black/White, Blue/Black, and Black colors. Only certain serial numbers are affected.

The frame of these bicycles can break while in use, which can cause the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision. The firm has received six reports of frames breaking, but no injuries have been reported.

The bicycles were sold nationwide through authorized Cannondale dealers from October 2007 through December 2007. Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Cannondale or an authorized dealer for a free replacement frame. Consumers have been directly notified.

The recalled product

Product
Cannondale 2008 model year "Scalpel" mountain bikes
Manufacturer
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn.
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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