Product Recall Number: 18-121
Why was SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads recalled?
The brake pads can separate from the backplate, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Product Recall Number: 18-121
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2018-03-13
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads
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: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 25 SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 30 SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 26 SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 31 SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 27 SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 32 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/.
Hazard Description: The brake pads can separate from the backplate, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 750
Incidents: The firm has received two reports of the brake pads separating from the backplate. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should return the recalled brake pads to the store where purchased for full refund.
Sold At: Various cycling shops nationwide from October 2015 through June 2017 for between $40 and $50.
Importers: SwissStop of Mendrisio, Switzerland
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Helvetia Sports, of Peterborough, ON, Canada
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed