CPSCRecalled Nov 14, 2001 · #02038
CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims
Hazard
The rims can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer injuries.
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Get started, freeDescription
The recalled rims were used on both the front and rear wheels of the 2001 Model bicycles (with the R-101 model name), Performance Forte/Forte SL rims, and Performance Forte SL road wheels. The silver or black rims have the above-mentioned brand and model names on the rim (i.e., "Forte Pro SL").
Product details
- Product
- Performance Road 2001 Bicycle Rims
- Type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Performance Stores and the company's website sold these bicycle rims, from February 2001 through October 2001, for $600 for Performance bicycles and between $35 and $130 for bicycle wheels with rims built on.
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return the wheels to a Performance Store for free replacement rims.