SRAM recalls Zipp bicycle quick releases that can fail to engage, causing crashes and injuries. Affected models include 202 DB V2, 303 DB V2, and others. Consumers must stop using and get a free replacement.
The quick releases can fail to engage in the closed position, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
SRAM is recalling Zipp bicycle quick releases that can fail to lock properly, leading to crashes and injuries. If you own a bicycle with these specific models, you should stop using them immediately and get a free replacement.
The quick releases can fail to lock securely in the closed position, which may cause the wheel to detach during use. This poses a crash hazard to the rider, potentially leading to injury.
Bicycle owners who purchased Zipp quick releases for the 202 DB V2, 303 DB V2, 404 Firestrike V2, and other listed models. Riders using these quick releases are at risk of crashes and injuries if the release fails to engage.
Look for quick releases with a curved, black lever that has Zipp branding. The affected models do not have a marking at the center of the underside of the lever below the Zipp logo.
Immediately stop using any bicycles with the recalled Zipp quick releases to prevent potential crashes and injuries.
Reach out to SRAM directly or your local bicycle dealer for a free replacement quick release.
Consumers should immediately stop using any bicycles equipped with the recalled quick releases and contact SRAM or their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement quick release.
The affected models include Zipp quick releases for the 202 DB V2, 303 DB V2, 404 Firestrike V2, 202 Firecrest V3, 303 Firecrest V3, 404 Firecrest V3, 808 Firecrest V3, and 808 NSW wheel sets.
Check for a curved, black lever with Zipp branding. Affected quick releases do not have a marking at the center of the underside of the lever below the Zipp logo.
Yes, you should stop using the affected quick releases immediately and get a free replacement from SRAM or your local bicycle dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zipp to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6680 — Zipp Zipp® bicycle quick releases Hello, I own a Zipp® bicycle quick releases that is covered by recall 6680 from Zipp. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using any bicycles equipped with the recalled quick releases and contact SRAM or their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement quick release. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
