CPSCJuly 12, 2006consumer

Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The hazard

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

What to do

Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.

Brands named

shimanoshimano quickshimano american
Read the official CPSC notice →

Recall history

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