Recalls / 2017-10-04
SRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
18002 · Recalled 2017-10-04 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Avid SD7 bicycle mechanical rim brake. There is a date code stamped on the back of the brake arm with the date format DDMMYY representing the day, month and year of manufacture. The brakes were sold separately by SRAM and were also installed as original equipment on ElliptiGO model 11R elliptical cycles.
Hazards
A rivet in the brake assembly can loosen or disengage, resulting in brake failure, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Reported injuries
SRAM has received five reports of loose or detached rivets. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brakes and contact SRAM to receive free replacement brakes and installation instructions.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Bicycle brakes | About 7,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- SRAM LLC, of Chicago, Ill.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Specialty bike, online at www.jenson.com, www.REI.com, installed as original equipment on ElliptiGO model 11R elliptical cycles, 500.
Consumer contact
SRAM at 800-346-2928 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Fridays or online at www.sram.com and click on the “Recall Notice” tab for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 18002. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.