Shimano Quick Release Device
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: July 12, 2006 Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan Sports & Recreation
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 8,500)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
- Reason for Recall:
- The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
- 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.
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Product Information
Full 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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 8,500)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 06209