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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2005-08-17

CPSC, Torelli Imports Announce Recall of Bicycle Tires

Is my product affected?

Bicycle Tires

  • Brand Torelli Imports, of Camarillo, Calif.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Torelli Imports is recalling Torelli Verona and Lugano Open Tubular bicycle tires with folding Kevlar beads. The tire bead can separate from the wheel rim, causing a flat tire that may result in the rider losing control and falling. The Verona model has a red and white label on the sidewall reading "Torelli Verona 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular," while the Lugano model has a green and white label on the lower edge reading "Torelli Lugano 700 X 23 100-130 psi Handmade Open Tubular." Both tire models come packaged in red and white boxes with the Torelli logo.

According to the recall notice, consumers should stop using the affected tires immediately and contact their local bicycle retailer or Torelli Imports to receive a free replacement tire.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The tire can separate from the wheel, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall.

What should I do?

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

Details from the source

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.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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