CPSC recall · Reported August 8, 2005
CPSC, American Classic Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
The CPSC recalled The recall includes all American Classic aftermarket rear wheels and hubs, as well as the….
CPSC, American Classic Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 8, 2005. Reason: The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bic…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bike wheels with the recalled hubs and contact your local…. Verify recall #05239 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bic….
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- August 8, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05239 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recall includes all American Classic aftermarket rear wheels and hubs, as well as the following 2005 bike models which use American Classic rear wheels or hubs: Fuji Team Super Lite (Team SL); Orbea Aletta, Onix, Lobular 50, Dama Race, Mitis and Mitis Dama models; Felt F55 and F2C; Fetish Cycles Road and Mountain Bikes; Argon 18; and Motobecane LeChampion SL. The recalled models were made at the start of January 2005 and the outside of the rear hub shell has a serial number that starts with the letter "S." The serial number is printed on the center of the hub shell opposite to the American Classic logo. Front wheels and front hubs are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the bike wheels with the recalled hubs and contact your local bicycle retailer to receive a free inspection. If you have a recalled wheel, the dealer will provide a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05239 |
| Date reported | August 8, 2005 |
| Date initiated | August 8, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,850 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the bike wheels with the recalled hubs and contact your local bicycle retailer to receive a free insp…
- Check the recall number (05239) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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