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Restraint / CrashMay 25, 2016CPSC #16747

Hed Cycling Recalls Bicycle Rims Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Product
Bicycles
Units affected
380
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.

Injuries

The firm has received six reports of accelerated brake pad wear. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • 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.

Photos

Hed Cycling Jet 4 Black, Jet 6 Black, Jet 9 Black, Ardennes Black and Jet Disc Black Rims
View official CPSC recall

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