Shimano Bicycle Quick Release (Shimano) – Fall Risk (2006)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Shimano Quick Release Device
Brand
Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan
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
Shimano Inc., of Osaka, Japan is recalling Shimano Quick Release Device. The hazard is: The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens. 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 quick releases supplied after November 1, 2005 with Shimano front hubs and front wheels on the following road racing and MTB bicycles. Model numbers included in the recall are: HB-5501, HB-5600, HB-6600, HB-7800, HB-HF-08, HB-M756, HB-M760, HB-M760, HB-M960, HB-M965, WH-7801, WH-7801C, WH-7801C50, WH-7801SL, WH-R600, WH-M965, DH-2N71, DH-3N71 and DH-3D71. Only quick releases with silver skewers and without a round sticker on the back of the quick release lever are involved in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.
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