Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure
危险说明 Hazard
- The brake's hand lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders.
受影响产品
官方描述 Description
This recall involves Oro disk brakes typically installed on mountain bikes. The brake is operated by a hand lever, which is mounted to the handlebar. Included in the recall are the Oro K18, Oro K24, Oro Puro and Oro Bianco models with serial numbers less than 295237. The serial number can be located on the brake's body above the "Made in Italy" label.
事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries
- Formula Brake USA has received six reports of hand levers detaching. No injuries have been reported.
官方补救措施 Remedy
- Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact any Formula Brake dealer to receive a free repair.
消费者联系信息
For additional information, contact Formula Brake toll-free at (866) 458-3130 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.formulabrakeusa.com
相关企业
制造商:Formula SRL, of Italy
制造国家/地区:Italy
进口商:Perigeum Development Inc., d.b.a. Formula Brake USA, of Petaluma, Calif.
零售商:Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.