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SRAM Recalls Zipp Bicycle Wheel Hubs Due to Crash and Injury Hazards

Reported: March 16, 2016 Initiated: March 16, 2016 #16122

Product Description

This recall includes SRAM's Zipp bicycle wheel hubs. The model names of the affected hubs are ZIPP 88v6, 88v7 and 88v8. The Z logo is printed on the hub. The wheel hubs come in black, silver and falcon grey. The diameter of the clinch nut is approximately 1.46 inches. Some of the hubs were sold as part of wheel sets installed on new bicycles. SRAM will post a list of affected bicycle brands and models on its website at www.sram.com.

Reason for Recall

The hub flanges on the front hubs can fail, posing a crash and injury hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled front hubs and contact SRAM or local bicycle dealer for a free replacement hub.

Details

Units Affected
About 54,000 (In addition, about 2,900 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes SRAM's Zipp bicycle wheel hubs. The model names of the affected hubs are ZIPP 88v6, 88v7 and 88v8. The Z logo is printed on the hub. The wheel hubs come in black, silver and falcon grey. The diameter of the clinch nut is approximately 1.46 inches. Some of the hubs were sold as part of wheel sets installed on new bicycles. SRAM will post a list of affected bicycle brands and models on its website at www.sram.com.. Recalled by Prodigy Group, of Mooresville, Ind.. Units affected: About 54,000 (In addition, about 2,900 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The hub flanges on the front hubs can fail, posing a crash and injury hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled front hubs and contact SRAM or local bicycle dealer for a free replacement hub.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 16, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16122.