October
09, 2001
Salsa
Cycles, of Bloomington, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 500 disc-brake
specific bicycle rims. The rims can unexpectedly fail during normal use, posing
the risk of falls and serious injury to riders. Salsa Cycles has received six
reports of rims failing during use; though, no injuries have been reported.
The
recalled rims are the Salsa Alto models, which have a black anodized finish and
are labeled “Salsa” and “Salsa Alto” in yellow, red and white. The rims, which
are used on mountain bikes that have disc brakes, were sold individually or
built up into wheels with Shimano Deore or Deore XT hubs. Independent bicycle
dealers sold these rims from January 2001 through August 2001 for $50
(individually) or between $100 and $150 (in built up wheels).
Consumers
with the recalled rims should stop using them immediately and return them to
the store were purchased, for a full refund or free replacement. Consumer also
can call Salsa Cycles toll-free at (877) 887-2572 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday, or log on to the company’s website at http://www.salsacycles.com/components/rims/alto.htm