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CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels

CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-07-06 · 05217

Hazards

The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.

Recall

Number
05217
Date
2005-07-06
Injuries reported
1

Products

Names
2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan Bicycle Wheels (rear wheel only)

Companies

Manufacturer(s)
Rolf Prima Inc., of Eugene, Ore.
Retailer(s)
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2003 through December 2003, for about $850 per set.
Country of manufacture
United States

Description

These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed.

Source

Authoritative
CPSC recall page
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