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CPSC, American Classic Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
Recalled August 8, 2005 · CPSC recall 05239 · American Classic
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.
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.
Contact
For additional information, contact American Classic at (800) 345-8356 or log on to the firm's Web site at www.amclassic.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →