Focus Bicycles Recalls Spine Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Hazard

The bicycle seatstay or linkage component parts used to connect the seat tube and rear axle dropouts can be incorrectly sized which can cause the frame to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

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

Repair

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received one report of an incident in Switzerland. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves four models of 2016 Focus Spine mountain bicycles. The Spine C (carbon) 0.0, Factory, Pro and SL were sold in three colors: black/white, gray/orange and green/light green/yellow. "Focus" is printed on the bicycle's down tube and "Spine" is printed on the top tube.

Sold on

Independent specialty bicycle stores nationwide from October 2015 through April 2016 for between $4,000 and $8,000.

Contact the company

Focus Bicycles toll-free at 877-753-4480 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.focus-bikes.com and click on "Spine Recall" for more information.