CPSCRecalled Feb 10, 2005 · #05102
CPSC, Shimano American Corp. Announce Brake Inner Cable Recall
Hazard
The bicycle brake cable can detach during braking, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
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This recall involves aftermarket Shimano 1.6 mm X 1,700 mm brake inner cables for ATB and road racing bicycles. Dual ended brake cables packaged in quantities of ten have a part number of Y80098400/Z80098400. Individual packages have a part number of Y80098110/Z80098110. All single ended brake cables were packaged individually with part number Y80098300/Z80098300. Brake cables installed on mountain, BMX and flat handlebar bicycles are not affected by this recall.
Product details
- Product
- Shimano Road Racing Bicycle Brake Inner Cables
- Type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Shimano American Corp., of Irvine, Calif.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from April 2003 through October 2004 for between $2 and $17.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should contact their local bicycle dealer immediately to arrange for a free inspection. Consumers with the recalled brake cables will have a replacement cable installed free of charge.