Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard
The hazard
The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders.
Incidents reported: Mavic USA has received one report of an injury involving broken teeth.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled front wheel rims and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement front rim.
Contact: For additional information, contact Mavic USA at (800) 664-9228 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mavic.com
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall includes R-SYS and R-SYS Premium front wheel rims. They were sold as original equipment on various bicycle brands and were also sold separately. R-SYS wheel rims are designed for road bikes. "R-SYS" is printed on the front rim of the wheels. The rims are 22mm in diameter, with 16 tubular, unidirectional carbon spokes.