CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders.
Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard
This recall includes R-SYS and R-SYS Premium front wheel rims. They were sold as original equipment on various bicycle brands and were also sold separately. R-SYS wheel rims are designed for road bikes. "R-SYS" is printed on the front rim of the wheels. The rims are 22mm in diameter, with 16 tubular, unidirectional carbon spokes.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled front wheel rims and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement front rim.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Mavic USA at (800) 664-9228 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mavic.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty bicycle retailers from May 2007 through December 2008 for between $700 and $750 for the front wheel of the two-wheel set when sold separately from the bicycle.
Injuries
Mavic USA has received one report of an injury involving broken teeth.
Manufacturer
Salomon SAS, of France
Recall Number
09116
Product Information
Product Name
Bicycles with R-SYS Front Wheel Rims
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 12,000
Manufacturer Name
Salomon SAS, of France
Imported By
Mavic USA, of Haverhill, Mass.
Manufactured In
France