Shimano American Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Due to Collision Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1465.
This recall includes all Shimano BR-CX75 aftermarket disc brake calipers and BR-R515 disc brake calipers installed on road and cyclocross bicycles sold by other manufacturers including BMC, Giant, Ibis, Raleigh, Shinola, Specialized and Volagi. "Shimano," "China" and the model number are embossed on the outside of the brake caliper. Both models have either black or silver finishes.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1465.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles with recalled Shimano brakes and contact a Shimano authorized dealer to receive a free installation and replacement of the calipers.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From February 2012 Through May 2013 For About $75 For The Br-cx75 Model Disc Brake Calipers And The Br-r515 Model Disc Brake Calipers Price Was Included In The Cost Of The Bicycles Where Installed. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1465.
Shimano American at (800) 353-4719 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.shimano.com and click on "2013: Updated Voluntary Recall by Shimano" link on the bottom right corner of the page for more information.
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Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From February 2012 Through May 2013 For About $75 For The Br-cx75 Model Disc Brake Calipers And The Br-r515 Model Disc Brake Calipers Price Was Included In The Cost Of The Bicycles Where Installed. Recall FAQ
Bicycle Specialty Stores And Dealers Nationwide From February 2012 Through May 2013 For About $75 For The Br-cx75 Model Disc Brake Calipers And The Br-r515 Model Disc Brake Calipers Price Was Included In The Cost Of The Bicycles Where Installed. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Shimano American Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Due to Collision Hazard . The notice was published on September 19, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 6,600 units are potentially affected.