Helvetia Sports Recalls SwissStop Bicycle Disc Brake Pads Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 18121 · announced March 13, 2018 · Swissstop Of Mendrisio, Switzerland · 750 units affected
The product
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/.
The hazard
The brake pads can separate from the backplate, posing a fall hazard to the user.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should return the recalled brake pads to the store where purchased for full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
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 steve@helvetiasports.com or online at www.helvetiasports.com for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.