SRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
USSRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedA rivet in the brake assembly can loosen or disengage, resulting in brake failure, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves the Avid SD7 bicycle mechanical rim brake. There is a date code stamped on the back of the brake arm with the date format DDMMYY representing the day, month and year of manufacture. The brakes were sold separately by SRAM and were also installed as original equipment on ElliptiGO model 11R elliptical cycles.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedBicycle brakes
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/SRAM-Recalls-Bicycle-Brakes |
| Title | SRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Avid single Digit Bike brake.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Avid Single Digit 7 Bicycle Brake |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Rear View Brake Showing date code.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Rear View of the Brake Showing the Date Code |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/EliptiGO Model 11R Cycle.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | ElliptiGO Model 11R Elliptical Cycle |
| Hazards › Name | A rivet in the brake assembly can loosen or disengage, resulting in brake failure, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider. |
| Injuries › Name | SRAM has received five reports of loose or detached rivets. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Bicycle brakes |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 7,000 |
| Recall I D | 8150 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brakes and contact SRAM to receive free replacement brakes and installation instructions. |
| Importers › Name | SRAM LLC, of Chicago, Ill. |
| Retailers › Name | Specialty bike stores nationwide and online at www.jenson.com and www.REI.com from June 2014 to May 2017 for about $40, and installed as original equipment on ElliptiGO model 11R elliptical cycles from October 2014 to May 2017 for about $3,500. |
| Recall Date | 2017-10-04T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the Avid SD7 bicycle mechanical rim brake. There is a date code stamped on the back of the brake arm with the date format DDMMYY representing the day, month and year of manufacture. The brakes were sold separately by SRAM and were also installed as original equipment on ElliptiGO model 11R elliptical cycles. |
| Recall Number | 18002 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | SRAM at 800-346-2928 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Fridays or online at www.sram.com and click on the “Recall Notice” tab for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-10-04T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought SRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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