CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The blue flywheel can shatter while in use and throw metal pieces into the air. This poses a risk of injury from impact to the rider and any bystanders.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • March 18, 2016

RacerMate Recalls CompuTrainer Blue Flywheels Due to Risk of Injury

This recall involves blue CompuTrainer Flywheels manufactured before 2008. The CompuTrainer Flywheels are used to make bicycles stationary for indoor training. The blue flywheel is a die casting made of zinc. It measures 4.75 inches in diameter and weighs 1.1 pounds. Flywheels manufactured after 2008 are silver in color, and are not included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled blue flywheels. Consumers can contact RacerMate for instructions on receiving a free, silver replacement flywheel.

Contact Information

RacerMate at 800-522-3610 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.racermateinc.com and click on Support to access the Blue Flywheel Recall form. Consumers can also email the firm at sales@racermate.inc.

Recall Details

Sold At
RacerMate and bicycle stores nationwide from November 1997 through November 2008 for about $1,500.
Injuries
RacerMate has received five reports of flywheels that have shattered, including three reports of injuries, including lacerations and leg bruises.
Manufacturer
RacerMate Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
16125

Product Information

Product Name
CompuTrainer Blue Flywheels
Product Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Number of Units
About 25,000
Manufacturer Name
RacerMate Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 800-522-3610
Website www.racermateinc.com
Full Contact Information

RacerMate at 800-522-3610 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.racermateinc.com and click on Support to access the Blue Flywheel Recall form. Consumers can also email the firm at sales@racermate.inc.