CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
Why was CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels recalled?
The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
Contact your local bicycle retailer to have them inspect your wheels to determine if they are included in the recall. If so, the dealer will provide a free repair. Repair kits will be available in 6 to 8 weeks. Contact: For additional information, contact Rolf Prima Inc. at (800) 741-6941 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.rolfprima.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan Bicycle Wheels (rear wheel only)
- Company
- Rolf Prima Inc., of Eugene, Ore.
- Quantity
- About 870
- Sold at
- Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2003 through December 2003, for about $850 per set.
- Recall date
- July 6, 2005
- Incidents / injuries
- No injuries reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed.