Recalls / 2018-03-13

Helvetia Sports Recalls SwissStop Bicycle Disc Brake Pads Due to Fall Hazard

18121 · Recalled 2018-03-13 · CPSC page

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/.

Hazards

The brake pads can separate from the backplate, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Reported injuries

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads		About 750

Parties

Importer: SwissStop of Mendrisio, Switzerland
Distributor: Helvetia Sports, of Peterborough, ON, Canada
Made in: Taiwan
Sold at: Various cycling shops nationwide, $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: CPSC recall 18121. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.