Helvetia Sports Recalls SwissStop Bicycle Disc Brake Pads Due to Fall Hazard
Recall Date: March 13, 2018
Recall Number: 18-121
Recall Summary
Name of Product:
SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads
Hazard:
The brake pads can separate from the backplate, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should return the recalled brake pads to the store where purchased for full refund.
Consumer Contact:
Helvetia Sports toll-free at 866-358-5218 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at or online at www.helvetiasports.com for more information.Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Helvetia-Sports-Recalls-SwissStop-Bicycle-Disc-Brake-Pads-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
Recall Details
Units:
About 750
Description:
This recall involves SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads sold separately as aftermarket spare parts. Only disc pads with models listed below are included in the recall:
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SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 25 |
SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 30 |
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SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 26 |
SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 31 |
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SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 27 |
SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 32 |
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SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 28 |
SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 34 |
The model numbers are listed on the product’s original packaging. The recalled disc brake pads were sold for certain bicycle brake systems. A full list of these brake systems can be viewed on the firm’s site at: http://www.swissstop.ch/brakepads/discbrakes/.
The firm has received two reports of the brake pads separating from the backplate. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Various cycling shops nationwide from October 2015 through June 2017 for between $40 and $50.
Importer(s):
SwissStop of Mendrisio, Switzerland
Distributor(s):
Helvetia Sports, of Peterborough, ON, Canada
Manufactured In:
Taiwan