| Alert Number | 0293/06 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Published | 2 June 2006 |
Risk Description
In certain cases, the quick release device may fail or break after installation and positioning. If this happens when the bicycle is in motion, the rider may lose control, and this may result in serious injury.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the producer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Quick release device for front wheels of bicycles "Shimano"Type/number of model: HB 5501 (105), HB 5600 (105), HB 6600 (Ultegra), HB 7800 (Dura Ace), HB M756 (XT), HB M760 (XT), HB M765 (XT), HB M960 (XTR), HB M965 (XTR), DH 2N71 (Sport Dynamo), DH 3N71 (Sport Dynamo), DH 3D71 (Sport Dynamo), HB HF08 (Tandem). Shimano wheels that may be concerned: WH 7801 (Dura-Ace), WH 7801C (Dura Ace), WH 7801C50 (Dura Ace), WH 7801SL (Dura Ace), WH M965 (XTR), WH R600.Only products supplied after 1 November 2005 are concerned.