Originally Posted by
merlinextraligh
a good number will hear of the recall and not bother to look into it, and a good number will say, I don't need to bother because I know how to use a QR.
Occasionally recalled Viscount forks show up.
Dell had a recall on their laptop batteries a few years ago. About 3 or 4 years into the life of the battery, it was perfect timing to get a new free replacement battery
I agree that putting the lever away from the disc is the most logical thing to do. How were the bikes shipped? One can't assume a skewer won't get bumped while riding, especially on a MTB. If oriented properly, bump and release would seem rare, but undoubtedly happens occasionally.
Stuff should be designed to minimize errors.
Yeah, we can't all live in a padded room, but products should be made to minimize hazards.