Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 06209 · announced July 12, 2006 · Shimano · 8,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves quick releases supplied after November 1, 2005 with Shimano front hubs and front wheels on the following road racing and MTB bicycles. Model numbers included in the recall are: HB-5501, HB-5600, HB-6600, HB-7800, HB-HF-08, HB-M756, HB-M760, HB-M760, HB-M960, HB-M965, WH-7801, WH-7801C, WH-7801C50, WH-7801SL, WH-R600, WH-M965, DH-2N71, DH-3N71 and DH-3D71. Only quick releases with silver skewers and without a round sticker on the back of the quick release lever are involved in this recall.
The hazard
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Shimano has received one report of the quick release breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Shimano American Corp. at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at bike.shimano.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.