CPSC, Torelli Imports Announce Recall of Bicycle Tires
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2993.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2993.
Consumers should stop using the tires immediately and contact their local bicycle retailer or Torelli Imports to receive a free replacement tire.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From February 2005 Through July 2005, For Between $30 To $60. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2993.
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
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Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From February 2005 Through July 2005, For Between $30 To $60. Recall FAQ
Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From February 2005 Through July 2005, For Between $30 To $60. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, Torelli Imports Announce Recall of Bicycle Tires. The notice was published on August 17, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,100 units are potentially affected.