The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10009·Announced 2009-10-14

Schwalbe Ultremo R Bicycle Tires Recalled for Fall Hazard

Moser Enterprises is recalling Schwalbe Ultremo R bicycle tires because the layers could separate, causing the inner tube to rupture and posing a fall hazard.

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 (fall hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Moser Enterprises is recalling approximately 5,000 Schwalbe Ultremo R bicycle tires. The recall is due to a potential fall hazard where the tire layers could separate, causing the inner tube to rupture.

The recalled tires were manufactured by Ralf Bohle GmbH of Germany and imported by Moser Enterprises of Canada. They were sold at bicycle specialty stores and online at www.schwalbetires.com from April 2009 through May 2009 for about $75. The tires are identified by the words "Schwalbe" and "Ultremo R" printed on the sidewall.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled tires and contact their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement set of tires. For more information, consumers can contact Moser Enterprises toll-free at (888) 700-5860 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.schwalbetires.com.

The recalled product

Product
Schwalbe Ultremo R Bicycle Tires
Manufacturer
Ralf Bohle GmbH, of Germany
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
5,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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