Cannondale recalls 2013 model year Slice RS triathlon and time trial bikes due to brake plates loosening and breaking, which can cause falls. Affected models include Black Edition, Ultegra, and Ultegra Di2 with specific color and branding features.
The brake plates can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard.
Cannondale is recalling 2013 model year Slice RS triathlon and time trial bikes because brake plates can loosen and break, leading to a fall hazard. This affects specific color and branding features of the bikes.
The brake plates on these bikes can loosen and break during normal use. This can cause the bike to become unstable, leading to falls. The hazard is specific to the unusual brake mounting design behind the front fork and under the chainstay.
Owners of 2013 model year Cannondale Slice RS triathlon and time trial bikes are affected. Riders using these bikes without the repair are at risk of falls.
Check for Black Edition bikes with black color and green 'Cannondale' on the top tube. Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 models have white with red trim and black 'Cannondale' on the down tube.
Immediately stop using the recalled bicycles to prevent falls from brake plate failure.
Return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet, and Classic Jersey.
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Cannondale is contacting its customers directly.
All 2013 model year Cannondale Slice RS triathlon and time trial bikes, including Black Edition, Ultegra, and Ultegra Di2 models with specific color and branding features.
Immediately stop using the bike and return it to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, helmet, and jersey.
Check for Black Edition bikes with black color and green 'Cannondale' on the top tube. Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 models have white with red trim and black 'Cannondale' on the down tube.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cannondale to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1517 — Cannondale Cannondale Slice RS bicycles and framesets Hello, I own a Cannondale Slice RS bicycles and framesets that is covered by recall 1517 from Cannondale. The official recall notice states: Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return the bike to a Cannondale retailer for a free repair, a Cannondale Terramo helmet and Classic Jersey. Cannondale is contacting its customers directly. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
