CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims

Active Recall Announced November 14, 2001 CPSC #02038

Quick answer

CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims is CPSC recall #02038, announced on November 14, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled rims were used on both the front and rear wheels of the 2001 Model bicycles (with the R-101 model name), Performance Forte/Forte SL rims, and Performance Forte SL road wheels. The silver or black rims have the above-mentioned brand and model names on the rim (i.e., "Forte Pro SL"). The remedy is consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return the wheels to a performance store for free replacement rims.. Affected brand: Performance Inc..

Hazard

The recalled rims were used on both the front and rear wheels of the 2001 Model bicycles (with the R-101 model name), Performance Forte/Forte SL rims, and Performance Forte SL road wheels. The silver or black rims have the above-mentioned brand and model names on the rim (i.e., "Forte Pro SL").

Affected products

Performance Road 2001 Bicycle Rims

Recalled brands

Performance Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return the wheels to a Performance Store for free replacement rims.

Recall date

November 14, 2001

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02038?

CPSC recall #02038 covers CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 14, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled rims were used on both the front and rear wheels of the 2001 Model bicycles (with the R-101 model name), Performance Forte/Forte SL rims, and Performance Forte SL road wheels. The silver or black rims have the above-mentioned brand and model names on the rim (i.e., "Forte Pro SL").

What is the remedy for recall #02038?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02038 is consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return the wheels to a performance store for free replacement rims.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Rims on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Performance-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Rims-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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