Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3314.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3314.
Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From November 2005 Through March 2006 For Between $13 And $44. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3314.
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
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Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From November 2005 Through March 2006 For Between $13 And $44. Recall FAQ
Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From November 2005 Through March 2006 For Between $13 And $44. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard. The notice was published on July 12, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 8,500 units are potentially affected.