# Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2006-07-12 · 06209 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 06209
- **Date:** 2006-07-12
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Shimano Quick Release Device

## Hazards

The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Shimano-American-Corp-Recalls-Quick-Release-Device-for-Bicycles-Posing-Fall-Hazard)
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