CPSC Recall in 2016: Rocky Mountain Recalls Bicycles with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-165

Date: May 19, 2016

Product Name: Rocky Mountain Bicycles

Recall Description:

An open quick release lever on the bicycle’s front wheel hub can come into contact with the front disc brake assembly.

Hazard Description:

An open quick release lever on the bicycle’s front wheel hub can come into contact with the front disc brake assembly, causing the front wheel to come to a sudden stop or separate from the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to the rider.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 17,300 (in addition, 61,000 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

"Rocky Mountain bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.Bikes.com (Rocky Mountain Bicycles), www.Ems.com (Eastern Mountain Sports), www.JensonUsa.com, www.MikesBikes.com and www.PerformanceBike.com from May 2002 through April 2016 from between $250 and $15,000."

Manufactured In:

"Canada, China, Taiwan and Vietnam"