The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·96052·Announced 1995-12-21

Mavic Recalls 1,303 Cosmic Bicycle Wheels Due to Hub Fracture Risk

Mavic is recalling 1,303 Cosmic bicycle wheels because the front wheel hub may fracture, causing spokes to come loose and potentially leading to a fall.

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 structural defect that could cause a rider to lose control and fall, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mavic, S.A. is recalling 1,303 Cosmic brand bicycle wheels for road bikes. The recall includes 1,126 front wheels sold between December 19, 1994, and June 29, 1995, and 177 rear wheels sold from March through June 1995. The front wheel hub may fracture, causing the spokes to come loose. This defect could cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle and fall.

The affected front wheels have serial numbers 275 94 000 through 365 94 000 and 001 95 000 through 179 95 000. The affected rear wheels have serial numbers between 048 95 000 and 075 95 999. The serial number is located on the wheel rim. Bicycle specialty stores sold the front wheels for $339 and the rear wheels for $449 nationwide.

Consumers should stop using the recalled wheels immediately and return them to the store where purchased for free repair. Consumers who have already had their wheels repaired under this recall need not take further action. CPSC is not aware of any incidents involving these bicycle wheels. Consumers with questions can call Mavic at (800) 548-2945 or write to 207 Carter Drive, West Chester, Penn. 19382.

The recalled product

Product
Cosmic bicycle wheels for road bikes
Manufacturer
Cosmic
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles & Accessories
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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