CPSC recall 04-227, announced September 29, 2004, covers Full Speed Ahead (FSA) Scatto bicycle wheel quick releases (about 1,375 units). An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the unit inoperable, potentially causing a bicyclist to fall. The notice cites 12 incident reports. Free replacement. Recall contact: call (877) 743-3372.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The Full Speed Ahead Scatto quick release was sold as standard equipment for RD-400 and XC-300 bicycle wheelsets and also separately. The levers are laser etched "FSA" and the end pieces have a distinctive round shape.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the unit inoperable, potentially causing a bicyclist to fall.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 12 reports of the quick release mechanism failing, but no injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Free replacement. Consumers should stop using the quick releases and call Full Speed Ahead toll-free at (877) 743-3372 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or write to Full Speed Ahead, Inc., 12810 NE 178th St #102, Woodinville, WA 98072.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Full Speed Ahead
- Manufacturer
- Full Speed Ahead, Inc. of Woodinville, Washington
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 04-227
- Units
- About 1,375 sets
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bike shops, catalogs, and Web sites sold the recalled quick releases nationwide, from October 2003 through September 2004, for $49.95 per set.
Full Speed Ahead (FSA) Scatto bicycle wheel quick releases
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Call Full Speed Ahead toll-free at (877) 743-3372 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or write to Full Speed Ahead, Inc., 12810 NE 178th St #102, Woodinville, WA 98072.
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