Performance Road Bicycle Rims – Structural Weakness (2001)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Performance Road 2001 Bicycle Rims
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
A manufacturer is recalling Performance Road 2001 Bicycle Rims. The hazard is: The rims can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer injuries.. 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 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").
Reported concern (CPSC)
The rims can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer injuries.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return the wheels to a Performance Store for free replacement rims.
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