Focus Izalco Max Bicycles

CPSC Recall #16-061 — December 17, 2015

Recall #16-061 Date: December 17, 2015 Remedy: Repair

Product

Focus Izalco Max Bicycles

Description

The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.

Hazard

The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received 11 reports of incidents outside the United States, including one reported injury in France. No incidents have been reported in the United States. 

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free repair.

Units Affected

About 470 (an additional 31 sold in Canada)

Sold At

Independent bicycle retailers nationwide,  and online at www.bikebling.com and carbonconnection.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $1,800 and $9,500.

Importer

Focus Bicycles USA, Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.

Manufactured In

Germany or Taiwan