CPSC, Ritchey Design Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels

The above wheels were sold by Ritchey as wheel sets and as rear wheel only and as original equipment on 2004 model year Fuji and Motobecane USA bicycles and the 2005 model year Prestige road bike from Raleigh. The recalled wheels have high flange hubs measuring 60 milimeters in diameter and the hub body is straight between the flanges.. Recalled by Ritchey Design, of San Carlos, Calif. (manufactured under license from American Classic Inc., of Tampa, Fla.). Units affected: About 2,000.

The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider can lose balance, fall and suffer injuries.

Inspect your hub to determine if the wheel is included in the recall and contact Ritchey to schedule a free repair.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 11, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05241.