CPSC2009-02-04
Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard
Salomon SAS, of France
Hazard
The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled front wheel rims and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement front rim.
Sold at
Specialty bicycle retailers from May 2007 through December 2008 for between $700 and $750 for the front wheel of the two-wheel set when sold separately from the bicycle.
Affected count
About 12,000
Injuries reported
Mavic USA has received one report of an injury involving broken teeth.
Manufactured in
France
Products
Bicycles with R-SYS Front Wheel Rims
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Mavic USA at (800) 664-9228 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mavic.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Bicycles-with-R-SYS-Wheel-Rims-Recalled-by-Mavic-USA-Due-to-Crash-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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