Mavic R-SYS Wheel Safety Recall Announcement

Mavic has announced a voluntary recall of its R-SYS front wheels as a precautionary safety measure. Mavic have identified that the carbon tubular spokes of the R-SYS front wheel may break during use in certain circumstances and causing the rider to lose control and possibly fall, potentially sustaining injury.

All models of Mavic R-SYS front wheels are concerned (R-SYS, R-SYS test, R-SYS Premium), whether purchased separately or as part of a bicycle. The wheels must no longer be used.

Advise to consumers in the USA is to immediately return their front wheel to a Mavic dealer; and a new upgraded R-SYS front wheel will be delivered free of charge. This exchange will start from 31st of March 2009. Until this date, and to facilitate the continued use of your bicycle, Mavic are offering a set of Aksium wheel that customers will keep after they have received the replacement R-SYS front wheel.

It is not clear if this offer applies to New Zealand consumers, however roadcycling.co.nz advises consumers to check with their local dealer and in the meantime do not ride your Mavic R-SYS wheels.