Reported May 25, 2016
Hed Cycling Recalls Bicycle Rims Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hed Cycling of, Roseville, Minn.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rims and contact HED Cycling for replacement instructions.
Firm contact: 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Hed Black Rims
- Amount recalled
- About 380 units
Where it was sold
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..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received six reports of accelerated brake pad wear. No injuries have been reported.
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