CPSC recall 09-116, announced February 4, 2009, covers Salomon SAS Bicycles with R-SYS Front Wheel Rims (about 12,000 units). The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled front wheel rims and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement front rim. Recall contact: call (800) 664-9228, or go to www.mavic.com.
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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?
This recall includes R-SYS and R-SYS Premium front wheel rims. They were sold as original equipment on various bicycle brands and were also sold separately. R-SYS wheel rims are designed for road bikes. "R-SYS" is printed on the front rim of the wheels. The rims are 22mm in diameter, with 16 tubular, unidirectional carbon spokes.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders.
Incidents and injuries
Mavic USA has received one report of an injury involving broken teeth.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled front wheel rims and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement front rim.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Salomon SAS
- Manufacturer
- Salomon SAS, of France
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-116
- Units
- About 12,000
- Manufactured in
- France
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty bicycle retailers from May 2007 through December 2008 for between $700 and $750 for the front wheel of the two-wheel set when sold separately from the bicycle.
- Importer
- Mavic USA, of Haverhill, Mass.
Bicycles with R-SYS Front Wheel Rims
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Mavic USA at (800) 664-9228 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mavic.com
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