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

U.S. CPSCFallsOct 23, 2008
Recalled Model WH-7850 C24CL Carbon Clincher Wheel
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)
Clincher-type rim with spoke-hole plubs (left) and Model Code: White letters on black background (right)

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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.

Sold on

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

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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