Torelli Imports Announces Recall of Bicycle Tires

Name of Product: Bicycle Tires

Units: About 1,100

Manufacturer: Torelli Imports, of Camarillo, Calif.

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

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 lowed 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.

Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from February 2005 through July 2005 for between $30 to $60.

Manufactured in: Thailand

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

Consumer 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 http://www.torelli.com/parts/rubber.html