Product description
The recall addresses two issues.
1) Bicycles equipped with disc brakes and quick releases with levers that can open far enough to contact the disc brake assembly.
2) Bicycles with front quick-release cam levers that have a clearance of at least 6 millimetres, which is the equivalent of the width of a # 2 Pencil, between the leading edge of the cam lever in its most open position and the disc rotor while applying thumb pressure on the end of the cam lever directed towards the rotor (the “#2 Pencil Test”) are not included in this corrective action.
1) Bicycles equipped with disc brakes and quick releases with levers that can open far enough to contact the disc brake assembly.
2) Bicycles with front quick-release cam levers that have a clearance of at least 6 millimetres, which is the equivalent of the width of a # 2 Pencil, between the leading edge of the cam lever in its most open position and the disc rotor while applying thumb pressure on the end of the cam lever directed towards the rotor (the “#2 Pencil Test”) are not included in this corrective action.
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Reason the product is recalled
When improperly used or left open after wheel removal or adjustment, the quick release lever may open more than 180° and become caught in the disc brake assembly. If the front quick-release cam lever has a clearance of less than 6 millimetres while riding it may come in contact with the front disc brake rotor.
The hazards to consumers
If the defect occurs, it may result in separation or sudden stoppage of the front wheel. This may cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle posing a serious fall hazard.
What consumers should do
Consumers should perform the #2 Pencil Test (a video on how to perform the #2 Pencil Test is on www.quickreleaserecall.com) to determine if their bicycle is affected. If the bicycle is affected, consumers should visit their nearest Authorised bicycle brand retailer for a free replacement of the front quick-release.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Authorised brand retailers
Identifying product features
Nil
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
Nil
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2015/14967 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
