CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
USCPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
Recalling Firm: Rolf Prima Inc., of Eugene, Ore.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.
Product Description & Identification
These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed.
Affected Products
2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan Bicycle Wheels (rear wheel only)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Rolf-Prima-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Wheels |
| Title | CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/35b1042c3eda466daed95aa4e372d4e2.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Bicycle Wheel |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/900ae04f35f049928deeb1ac1f991f1c.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Bicycle Wheel |
| Hazards › Name | The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
| Injuries › Name | No injuries reported. |
| Products › Name | 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan Bicycle Wheels (rear wheel only) |
| Products › Type | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1850 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 870 |
| Recall I D | 2969 |
| Remedies › Name | Contact your local bicycle retailer to have them inspect your wheels to determine if they are included in the recall. If so, the dealer will provide a free repair. Repair kits will be available in 6 to 8 weeks. |
| Retailers › Name | Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2003 through December 2003, for about $850 per set. |
| Recall Date | 2005-07-06T00:00:00 |
| Description | These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed. |
| Recall Number | 05217 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Rolf Prima Inc., of Eugene, Ore. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Rolf Prima Inc. at (800) 741-6941 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.rolfprima.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-10-18T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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