# Shimano American Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Due to Collision Hazard 
> **CPSC recall** · 2013-09-19 · 13289 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 13289
- **Date:** 2013-09-19
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Disc brake calipers

## Hazards

The calipers on the disc brakes can fail, posing a collision hazard.

## Remedies

Replace

## Manufacturer(s)

Shimano American Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.

## Retailer(s)

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.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Shimano-American-Recalls-Disc-Brake-Calipers)
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