Black Bicycle Rims (Hed Cycling) – Crash Hazard (2016)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Hed Black Rims
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Product Images
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Hed Black Rims. The hazard is: The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.. 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
This recall involves Ardennes Black and Jet Black rims manufactured between January 1, 2016 and March 15, 2016. Serial numbers beginning with 0116, 0216 or 0316 are printed near the valve hole on the rim.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The rims can cause the brake pads to wear out unexpectedly, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rims and contact HED Cycling for replacement instructions.
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