Hed Cycling · Recalled
Hed Cycling Recalls Bicycle Rims Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
- Units
- About 380 units
- Reports
- 6
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $700–$2,400
- Remedy
- Replace
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Affected
This recall involves Ardennes Black and Jet Black rims manufactured between January 1, 2016 and March 15, 2016. Serial numbers beginning with 0116, 0216 or 0316 are printed near the valve hole on the rim.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized Hed dealers nationwide and online from January 2016 to March 2016 for between $700 for an individual wheel and $2,400 for a set of wheels.
- Product type
- Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Hed Cycling of, Roseville, Minn.
Incident log
The firm has received six reports of accelerated brake pad wear. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rims and contact HED Cycling for replacement instructions.
HED Cycling toll-free at 888-246-3639 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.HedCycling.com and click on the "Recall Notice" button for more information.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.