Recall 06-209, published July 12, 2006
Shimano Quick Release Device
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
WH-7801SLOnly quick releases with silver skewers and without a round sticker on the back of the quick release lever are involved in this recall.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
Official 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.
- Brand
- Shimano
- Recall published
- July 12, 2006
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 8,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
