CPSC recall 06-209, announced July 12, 2006, covers Shimano Quick Release Device (about 8,500 units). The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (800) 353-4719.
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
Only 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.
Incidents and injuries
Shimano has received one report of the quick release breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shimano
- Manufacturer
- Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 06-209
- Units
- About 8,500
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
Shimano Quick Release Device
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Shimano American Corp. at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at bike.shimano.com
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