Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-10-16 · 08027
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
08027
Date
2007-10-16
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Oro Disc Brakes used on bicycles
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Formula SRL, of Italy
Retailer(s)
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.
Importer(s)
Perigeum Development Inc., d.b.a. Formula Brake USA, of Petaluma, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Italy
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.