CPSC, Shimano American Corp. Announce Brake Inner Cable Recall
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The hazard
The bicycle brake cable can detach during braking, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Incidents reported: Shimano has received one report of the brake inner cable detaching. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should contact their local bicycle dealer immediately to arrange for a free inspection. Consumers with the recalled brake cables will have a replacement cable installed free of charge.
Contact: Contact Shimano American Corp. at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.shimano.com
About this recall
This recall involves aftermarket Shimano 1.6 mm X 1,700 mm brake inner cables for ATB and road racing bicycles. Dual ended brake cables packaged in quantities of ten have a part number of Y80098400/Z80098400. Individual packages have a part number of Y80098110/Z80098110. All single ended brake cables were packaged individually with part number Y80098300/Z80098300. Brake cables installed on mountain, BMX and flat handlebar bicycles are not affected by this recall.
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