Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-07-12 · 06209
Hazards
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
Recall
Number
06209
Date
2006-07-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Shimano Quick Release Device
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
Retailer(s)
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from November 2005 through March 2006 for between $13 and $44.
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
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.