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Hed Black Rims

CPSC Recall #16747 — May 25, 2016

Recall #16747 Date: May 25, 2016 Remedy: Replace

Product

Hed Black Rims

Description

The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly.

Hazard

The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received six reports of accelerated brake pad wear. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rims and contact HED Cycling for replacement instructions.

Units Affected

About 380 units

Sold At

"Authorized Hed dealers nationwide and online from January 2016 to March 2016 for between $700 for an individual wheel and $2,400 for a set of wheels."

Manufactured In

USA

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Replace. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.

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