Bicycle Wheel Quick Release (FSA) – Safety Mechanism Failure (2004)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Full Speed Ahead (FSA) Scatto bicycle wheel quick releases
Brand
Full Speed Ahead, Inc. of Woodinville, Washington
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Full Speed Ahead, Inc. of Woodinville, Washington is recalling Full Speed Ahead (FSA) Scatto bicycle wheel quick releases. The hazard is: An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The Full Speed Ahead Scatto quick release was sold as standard equipment for RD-400 and XC-300 bicycle wheelsets and also separately. The levers are laser etched "FSA" and the end pieces have a distinctive round shape.
Reported concern (CPSC)
An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the unit inoperable, potentially causing a bicyclist to fall.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Free replacement. Consumers should stop using the quick releases and call Full Speed Ahead toll-free at (877) 743-3372 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or write to Full Speed Ahead, Inc., 12810 NE 178th St #102, Woodinville, WA 98072.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026