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CPSC, Torelli Imports Announce Recall of Bicycle Tires

Recalled August 17, 2005 · CPSC recall 05243 · Torelli Imports

Recalled Bicycle Tires
Hazard
The tire can separate from the wheel, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the tires immediately and contact their local bicycle retailer or Torelli Imports to receive a free replacement tire.
Units
About 1,100
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Torelli Verona and Lugano Open Tubular bicycle tires with folding Kevlar beads, used to hold the tire to the rim. A red and white label on the sidewall of the Verona model has "Torelli Verona 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. A green and white label on the lower edge of the Lugano model has "Torelli Lugano 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular" printed on it. The tires are packaged in red and white boxes with the Torelli logo on the front.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the tires immediately and contact their local bicycle retailer or Torelli Imports to receive a free replacement tire.

Contact

For additional information, contact Torelli Imports at (800) 523-6604 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.torelli.com

Product
Bicycle Tires
Manufacturer(s)
Torelli Imports, of Camarillo, Calif.
Retailers
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from February 2005 through July 2005, for between $30 to $60.
Made in
Thailand

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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