CPSCRecalled Jul 12, 2006 · #06209
Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
Hazard
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
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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.
Product details
- Product
- Shimano Quick Release Device
- Type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
- Model numbers
- 5501, 5600, 6600, 7800, M756, M760, M960, M965, 7801, 7801C, 7801C50, 7801SL, R600, 2N71, 3N71, 3D71
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
- Made in
- Japan
What you should do
Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.