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CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels

Recalled July 6, 2005 · CPSC recall 05217 · Rolf Prima

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Hazard
The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy
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.
Units
About 870
Incidents / injuries
No injuries reported.

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.

What to do

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

Product
2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan Bicycle Wheels (rear wheel only)
Manufacturer(s)
Rolf Prima Inc., of Eugene, Ore.
Retailers
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2003 through December 2003, for about $850 per set.
Made in
United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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