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Rocky Mountain Recalls Bicycles with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard

This recall was issued May 19, 2016.

Company
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, Of Canada
Posted
May 19, 2016
Recall Number
16165
Quantity
About 17,300 (in addition, 61,000 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
View on CPSC website ↗

Reason for Recall

An open quick release lever on the bicycle's front wheel hub can come into contact with the front disc brake assembly, causing the front wheel to come to a sudden stop or separate from the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to the rider.

Action Taken

Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Rocky Mountain retailer for free installation of a new quick release on the front wheel.

Product Images

Quick release lever on recalled bikes opened too far.
Quick release lever on recalled bikes opened too far.
Replacement quick release lever opens with sufficient clearance.
Replacement quick release lever opens with sufficient clearance.

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