CPSC, Salsa Cycles Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims
What was recalled
The recalled rims are the Salsa Alto models, which have a black anodized finish and are labeled "Salsa" and "Salsa Alto" in yellow, red and white. The rims, which are used on mountain bikes that have disc brakes, were sold individually or built up into wheels with Shimano Deore or Deore XT hubs.
Hazard
The rims can unexpectedly fail during normal use, posing the risk of falls and serious injury to riders.
Injuries
Salsa Cycles has received six reports of rims failing during use; though, no injuries have been reported.
Where it was sold
- Independent bicycle dealers sold these rims from January 2001 through August 2001 for $50 (individually) or between $100 and $150 (in built-up wheels).
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