Tektro USA recalls Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers due to a risk of brake failure causing crashes. Affected models have specific caliper features and were sold with 140-160mm rotors.
The brake cable actuator arm can over-rotate, dislocating parts, causing the brake calipers to fail. Lack of brakes results in loss of control and a crash hazard, posing a risk of injury to the rider and others
Tektro USA is recalling Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers because the brake cable actuator arm can over-rotate, causing brake failure and a crash hazard. This could lead to injuries for the rider and others.
The brake cable actuator arm can over-rotate, dislocating parts and causing the brake calipers to fail. Without brakes, the bike can lose control, leading to crashes that may injure the rider and others.
Bike riders using Spyre or Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers sold between 2013 and present are affected. Riders with the recalled calipers are at highest risk of injury.
Recalled calipers have a fastening screw with a hollow six-pointed star-shaped head and no markings, plus a 3-millimeter pad adjust screw on the outward side. They were sold with 140mm or 160mm rotors on bikes from brands like Giant, Kona, and Raleigh.
Immediately stop riding bikes with the recalled brake calipers to prevent brake failure and crashes.
Return the calipers to the original place of purchase or Tektro USA/TRP for a free replacement with an improved version.
Consumers should immediately stop riding bikes equipped with the recalled brake calipers and return the calipers to the original place of purchase or Tektro USA/TRP for a free replacement with an improved version.
Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers sold as original or aftermarket equipment in 2013.
Recalled calipers have a fastening screw with a hollow six-pointed star-shaped head and no markings, plus a 3-millimeter pad adjust screw on the outward side.
Bikes from Giant, Kona, Raleigh, and other brands like BTI, Diamond Back, Marin, and Volagi Cycles.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tektro USA to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1636 — Tektro USA Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers Hello, I own a Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers that is covered by recall 1636 from Tektro USA. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop riding bikes equipped with the recalled brake calipers and return the calipers to the original place of purchase or Tektro USA/TRP for a free replacement with an improved version. 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.
