Ritchey Design Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels
Ritchey WCS - Protocol, Carbon, DS, DS Aero, Girder models (all rear wheels only)
Date of Recall
2005-08-11CPSC Release Number
05-241Manufactured In
TaiwanCompany Phone Number
(888) 776-8625Units
About 2,000Manufacturer
Ritchey Design, of San Carlos, Calif. (manufactured under license from American Classic Inc., of Tampa, Fla.)Sold By
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from January 2003 through July 2005. These wheels were sold separately for between $350 and $700. They were sold also as original equipment on 2004 model year Fuji and Motobecane USA bicycles and the 2005 model year Prestige road bike form Raleigh, for between $2,100 and $4,000.Problem/Hazard
The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider can lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.Injuries/Incidents
Ritchey Design has received one report of a bicycle rider who suffered minor bruises and abrasions after experiencing no pedal resistance and falling from the bike.Description
The above wheels were sold by Ritchey as wheel sets and as rear wheel only and as original equipment on 2004 model year Fuji and Motobecane USA bicycles and the 2005 model year Prestige road bike from Raleigh. The recalled wheels have high flange hubs measuring 60-milimeters in diameter and the hub body is straight between the flanges.Remedy
Inspect your hub to determine if the wheel is included in the recall and contact Ritchey to schedule a free repair.Consumer Contact
Contact Ritchey Design toll-free at (888) 776-8625 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.ritcheylogic.com/wcsrecallRecall Comments
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