CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, CF Roark Welding & Engineering Announce Recall of Bicycle Frames

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-550

Date: March 10, 2005

Product Name: Titanium bicycle frame for road bicycles

Recall Description:

The recall involves custom titanium bicycle frames for road bicycles manufactured and distributed by Roark. The bicycle frames have a "Titanium" sticker on the top tube and a "Roark" sticker on the down tube. Every bicycle frame is built to the unique specification of each customer and has serial number and manufactured date located on the bottom bracket. Bicycle frames affected have serial numbers 001 through 422.

Hazard Description:

The frames on these bicycles can crack and fail during use, posing a risk of injury to riders.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Inspect, Replace, Repair

Units: 422

Incidents:

Roark has received nine reports of bicycle frames cracking, but no injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Direct Web site sales from January 1997 through December 2004 for between $1,975 and $2,175.

Manufactured In: