Recalls / 2005-08-11
CPSC, Ritchey Design Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
05241 · Recalled 2005-08-11 · CPSC page
Description
The above wheels were sold by Ritchey as wheel sets and as rear wheel only and as original equipment on 2004 model year Fuji and Motobecane USA bicycles and the 2005 model year Prestige road bike from Raleigh. The recalled wheels have high flange hubs measuring 60 milimeters in diameter and the hub body is straight between the flanges.
Hazards
The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider can lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
Reported injuries
Ritchey Design has received one report of a bicycle rider, who suffered minor bruises and abrasions after experiencing no pedal resistance and falling from the bike.
Remedy
Inspect your hub to determine if the wheel is included in the recall and contact Ritchey to schedule a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Ritchey WCS - Protocol, Carbon, DS, DS Aero, Girder models (all rear wheels only) | About 2,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Ritchey Design
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Bicycle specialty, from January 2003 through July 2005. These wheels were sold separately for, $700. They were sold also as original equipment on 2004 model year Fuji, Motobecane USA bicycles, the 2005 model year Prestige road bike form Raleigh, for, 100, 000.
Consumer contact
Contact Ritchey Design toll-free at (888) 776-8625 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.ritcheylogic.com/wcsrecall
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Source: CPSC recall 05241. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.