Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-07-02). Hazards: fall, crash. About 800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08321 |
| Published | 2008-07-02 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | SunRinglé Ringle Hollow Quick Release Devices for Bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Hayes Bicycle Group |
| Firms | Hayes Bicycle Group, of Mequon, Wis. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 800 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Sold | Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from June 2007 through May 2008 for about $17. |
Description
This recall involves the SunRinglé Hollow Quick Release Devices for bicycles and includes models Hollow CroMo Front 100mm, Hollow CroMo Rear 130mm, and Hollow CroMo Rear 135mm. These devices have hollow skewers. They were sold individually or with SunRinglé front and rear wheels with model names Black Flag, Disc o Flea, Charger, STR8 Track, Accelerator R3.00C and Accelerator T3.0C. "Ringlé" is stamped on the lever. Quick release devices with a solid skewer are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with the recalled quick release devices immediately, remove the quick release device and bring it to their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Hayes Bicycle Group has received four reports of the quick release device breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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