CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2969.
These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2969.
Contact your local bicycle retailer to have them inspect your wheels to determine if they are included in the recall. If so, the dealer will provide a free repair. Repair kits will be available in 6 to 8 weeks.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 Through December 2003, For About $850 Per Set. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2969.
For additional information, contact Rolf Prima Inc. at (800) 741-6941 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.rolfprima.com
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Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 Through December 2003, For About $850 Per Set. Recall FAQ
Bicycle Specialty Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 Through December 2003, For About $850 Per Set. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, Rolf Prima Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Wheels. The notice was published on July 6, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 870 units are potentially affected.