Hed Cycling Recalls Bicycle Rims Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-05-25). Hazards: crash. About 380 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16747 |
| Published | 2016-05-25 |
| Last updated | 2016-05-25 |
| Product category | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products | Hed Black Rims |
| Firm named in the title | Hed Cycling |
| Firms | Hed Cycling of, Roseville, Minn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 380 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Hed dealers nationwide and online from January 2016 to March 2016 for between $700 for an individual wheel and $2,400 for a set of wheels. |
Description
This recall involves Ardennes Black and Jet Black rims manufactured between January 1, 2016 and March 15, 2016. Serial numbers beginning with 0116, 0216 or 0316 are printed near the valve hole on the rim.
Hazard
The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rims and contact HED Cycling for replacement instructions.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of accelerated brake pad wear. No injuries have been reported.
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