Recalls / 2006-07-12

Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard

06209 · Recalled 2006-07-12 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.

Reported injuries

Shimano has received one report of the quick release breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Shimano Quick Release Device		About 8,500

Parties

Manufacturer: Shimano Inc.
Made in: Japan
Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores, dealers nationwide, $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: CPSC recall 06209. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.