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Product recall · CPSCOctober 14, 2009Serious
Moser Enterprises Schwalbe Brand Bicycle Tires
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The tire layers could separate causing the inner tube to rupture, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled tires and contact their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement set of tires.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Moser Enterprises toll-free at (888) 700-5860 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.schwalbetires.com
The product
This recall includes Schwalbe Ultremo R bicycle tires. "Schwalbe" and "Ultremo R" are printed on the sidewall of the tires.
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,000
- Recall date
- October 14, 2009
- Brand
- Ralf Bohle GmbH, of Germany, Moser Enterprises, of Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Bicycle specialty stores and on the Web at www.schwalbetires.com from April 2009 through May 2009 for about $75.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Moser Enterprises Recalls Schwalbe Brand Bicycle Tires Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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