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CPSC recall 06209

Shimano Quick Release Device

On 2024-07-02 the CPSC announced a recall of Shimano Quick Release Device by Shimano, citing the quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number06209
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2006-07-12
Published2024-07-02
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyShimano
DistributionUS

Product

Shimano Quick Release Device | This recall involves quick releases supplied after November 1, 2005 with Shimano front hubs and front wheels on the following road racing and MTB bicycles. Model numbers included in the recall are: HB-5501, HB-5600, HB-6600, HB-7800, HB-HF-08, HB-M756, HB-M760, HB-M760, HB-M960, HB-M965, WH-7801, WH-7801C, WH-7801C50, WH-7801SL, WH-R600, WH-M965, DH-2N71, DH-3N71 and DH-3D71. Only quick releases with silver skewers and without a round sticker on the back of the quick release lever are involved in this recall.

Reason

The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Shimano-American-Corp-Recalls-Quick-Release-Device-for-Bicycles-Posing-Fall-Hazard

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