Shimano—Mechanical Disc Brake Callipers for Road Bicycle

PRA number

2013/13760

Published date

27 Sep 2013

Product description

Shimano has identified a potential performance issue with mechanical disc brake callipers for road bikes sold after February 2012.

No injuries or incidents have been reported to date. However, in order to minimise any potential safety hazard, Shimano is recalling the affected brake callipers and are replacing them with improved callipers.

Identifying features

The affected models are: BR-CX75, BR-R515 & BR-R315. A limited number of these units have been sold as an aftermarket item. The majority of units were sold as part of complete bicycles. In Australia, the affected bicycle models are: Specialized Roubaix SL4, BMC GF02, BH RX Team Cyclocross 105 and Cannondale Road Tandem 1.

Other identifying numbers

The affected models are: BR-CX75, BR-R515 & BR-R315. A limited number of these units have been sold as an aftermarket item. The majority of units were sold as part of complete bicycles.

In Australia, the affected bicycle models are: Specialized Roubaix SL4, BMC GF02, BH RX Team Cyclocross 105 and Cannondale Road Tandem 1.

What are the defects?

The steel balls inside the cam mechanism of the disc brake calliper can fall out of place, resulting in a loss of braking power.

What are the hazards?

Loss of braking performance in the worst case scenario may lead to loss of control or an accident.

What should consumers do?

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled brake callipers and take them to a Shimano authorised retailer for a free inspection and installation of replacement callipers.

For further information, call Shimano Australia Cycling on 1300 731 077 or e-mail mattp@shimano.com.au.

Supplier

Shimano Australia Cycling Pty Ltd

Traders who sold this product

Sold through local bicycle stores nationally

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

1 Feb 2012 - 30 Sep 2013