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Shimano American Corp. Recalls Wheels for Bicycles; Flat Tire Can Pose Injury Risk to Riders

Recalled October 23, 2008 · CPSC recall 09022 · Shimano American

Recalled Model WH-7850 C24CL Carbon Clincher Wheel

Clincher-type rim with spoke-hole plubs (left) and Model Code: White letters on black background (right)

Hazard

Rim surface and spoke hole plugs on the wheel can cause a puncture to the inner tube, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the bicycles with the recalled wheels, remove the wheels, and return them to their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.

Units

About 275

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves the Shimano Dura Ace Carbon Clincher Wheel Sets with model number WH-7850 C24CL sold for road racing bicycles. The rim has labels that read "Shimano WH-7850", "Dura Ace", and "Carbon 1380." These wheels are intended for use with high end adult road racing bicycles.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the bicycles with the recalled wheels, remove the wheels, and return them to their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.

Contact

For more information, contact Shimano American Corp. at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at bike.shimano.com

Product

Shimano Dura Ace Carbon Clincher Wheels for Bicycles

Manufacturer(s)

Shimano Components SDN, of Johor, Malaysia

Imported by

Shimano American Corp., of Irving, Calif.

Retailers

Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $1,300.

Made in

Malaysia

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →