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Focus Bicycles Recalls Izalco Max Bicycles

  • Focus Izalco Max Bicycle
  • Acros Logo on Headset
Name of Product:
Focus Izalco Max Bicycles
Hazard:

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

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
December 17, 2015
Units:

About 470 (an additional 31 sold in Canada)

Consumer Contact

Focus Bicycles toll-free at 831-471-5213 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or via email at service.usa@focus-bikes.com

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
Description:

This recall involves the 2014-2015 Focus Izalco Max bicycles with Acros-brand upper headsets. The headsets are black with the word "Acros" printed in white on the upper headset.

Remedy:

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

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. 

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(s):

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

Manufactured In:
Germany or Taiwan
Recall number:
16-061

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