The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09250·Announced 2009-06-23

Loaded Boards Recalls Orangatang Skateboard Wheels Due to Blow-Out Risk

Loaded Boards is recalling Orangatang 'In-Heat' skateboard wheels because the core can shear, causing the wheel to separate from the axle and posing a risk of injury to riders.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the wheel can separate, posing a risk of serious injury, but no injuries have been reported to date.

Plain-English summary

Loaded Boards Inc. is recalling approximately 1,200 sets of Orangatang "In-Heat" skateboard wheels. The recall involves two styles: 75mm/purple/83a durometer and 75mm/orange/80a durometer. The words "orangatang," "In Heat," and the size and durometer are written on the sidewall of the wheel.

The hazard exists because the recalled skateboard wheel's core can shear and blow out, causing the wheel to separate from the skateboard truck's axle and bearings. This poses a risk of serious injury to riders. Loaded Boards has received 10 reports of wheels separating, but no injuries have been reported.

The wheels were sold in sets of four for about $55 per set at authorized Loaded Boards/Orangatang Wheels dealers nationwide from March 2009 through April 2009. Consumers should stop using the wheels immediately and contact Loaded Boards Inc. or any authorized dealer for a free replacement. For additional information, consumers can contact Loaded Boards Inc. toll-free at (877) 855-0708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at [email protected], or visit www.loadedboards.com or www.orangatangwheels.com.

The recalled product

Product
Orangatang Skateboard Wheels
Category
Consumer Product — Skateboards & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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