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CPSCRecalled Oct 24, 2002 · #03024

CPSC, Cannondale Corp. Announce Recall of Gemini Bicycles

Hazard

The frames on some of these bicycles have been improperly manufactured, causing too much of the thickest portion of the downtube to be removed. This could cause the frame to break during use, resulting in falls and serious injury to riders.

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Description

The recall involves the following bicycle models with medium- and large-sized frames: 2002 Gemini 1000 2003 Gemini 2000 2002 Gemini 2000 2003 Gemini 1000 2003 Gemini 900 The bicycles have "Cannondale" written on the downtube, and "Gemini" and the model number are written on the top tube. The bicycles were sold in various colors.

Product details

Product
Gemini Bicycles
Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
2002, 1000, 2003, 2000
UPCs
Sold at
Authorized Cannondale retailers nationwide sold these bicycles, from December 2001 through September 2002, for between $2,100 and $3,800.

What you should do

Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact their local Cannondale retailer for a free inspection of their bicycle frame. Consumers with improperly manufactured frames will have a free replacement frame installed.

View the official CPSC notice