CPSC2006-07-12
Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
Hazard
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
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.
Sold at
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
Affected count
About 8,500
Injuries reported
Shimano has received one report of the quick release breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Shimano Quick Release Device
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Shimano-American-Corp-Recalls-Quick-Release-Device-for-Bicycles-Posing-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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