Bicycle Wheel Rim Tape
CPSC Recall #13-703 — October 24, 2012
Product
Bicycle Wheel Rim Tape
Description
The bicycle wheel rim tape can break under pressure. When this happens, the inner tube of the bike can puncture or burst.
Hazard
The rim tape can fail and break under pressure. When this happens, the inner tube of the bicycle can puncture or burst. This poses a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received four reports of exploding inner tubes and flat tires. No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should contact FLO Cycling to receive a $5 refund for each wheel purchased. The firm is contacting consumers who purchased wheels with the recalled rim tape directly. Consumer Contact: FLO Cycling: (888) 959-8312 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or http://www.flocycling.com for more information.
Units Affected
About 800
Sold At
FLO Cycling's website from May 2012 through July 2012 with the purchase of FLO wheels. The wheels cost between $375 and $700.
Manufactured In
Taiwan