RacerMate · Recalled
RacerMate Recalls CompuTrainer Blue Flywheels Due to Risk of Injury
The blue flywheel can shatter while in use and throw metal pieces into the air. This poses a risk of injury from impact to the rider and any bystanders.
- Units
- About 25,000
- Reports
- 5
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1,500
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
This recall involves blue CompuTrainer Flywheels manufactured before 2008. The CompuTrainer Flywheels are used to make bicycles stationary for indoor training. The blue flywheel is a die casting made of zinc. It measures 4.75 inches in diameter and weighs 1.1 pounds. Flywheels manufactured after 2008 are silver in color, and are not included in this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- RacerMate and bicycle stores nationwide from November 1997 through November 2008 for about $1,500.
- Product type
- Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- RacerMate Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Incident log
RacerMate has received five reports of flywheels that have shattered, including three reports of injuries, including lacerations and leg bruises.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled blue flywheels. Consumers can contact RacerMate for instructions on receiving a free, silver replacement flywheel.
RacerMate at 800-522-3610 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.racermateinc.com and click on Support to access the Blue Flywheel Recall form. Consumers can also email the firm at sales@racermate.inc.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
