CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • July 2, 2008

Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard

This recall involves the SunRinglé Hollow Quick Release Devices for bicycles and includes models Hollow CroMo Front 100mm, Hollow CroMo Rear 130mm, and Hollow CroMo Rear 135mm. These devices have hollow skewers. They were sold individually or with SunRinglé front and rear wheels with model names Black Flag, Disc o Flea, Charger, STR8 Track, Accelerator R3.00C and Accelerator T3.0C. "Ringlé" is stamped on the lever. Quick release devices with a solid skewer are not included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop riding bicycles with the recalled quick release devices immediately, remove the quick release device and bring it to their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and replacement.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Hayes Bicycle Group at (888) 686-3472 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hayesbicycle.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from June 2007 through May 2008 for about $17.
Injuries
Hayes Bicycle Group has received four reports of the quick release device breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Hayes Bicycle Group, of Mequon, Wis.
Recall Number
08321

Product Information

Product Name
SunRinglé Ringle Hollow Quick Release Devices for Bicycles
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 800
Manufacturer Name
Hayes Bicycle Group, of Mequon, Wis.
Manufactured In
Taiwan

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Full Contact Information

For more information, contact Hayes Bicycle Group at (888) 686-3472 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hayesbicycle.com