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Outdoor & Sports/Bicycles & Scooters

Helvetia Sports Recalls SwissStop Bicycle Disc Brake Pads Due to Fall Hazard

Agency Publication Date: March 13, 2018
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Summary

Helvetia Sports has recalled approximately 750 SwissStop EXOTherm cycling disc brake pads because the brake pads can separate from the metal backplate during use. There have been two reports of this separation occurring, though no injuries have been reported. These aftermarket spare parts were sold at various cycling shops nationwide from October 2015 through June 2017 for between $40 and $50. Consumers should immediately stop using these brake pads and return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund.

Risk

If the brake pad material detaches from its metal backplate, the bicycle may lose braking power or experience mechanical failure. This defect creates a significant risk that the rider could lose control and fall.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using any bicycle equipped with the recalled SwissStop EXOTherm disc brake pads.
  2. Check the product's original packaging or the backplate of the pads to identify if you have one of the affected model numbers: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 25, 26, 27, 28, 30, 31, 32, or 34.
  3. Verify if your bicycle brake system is compatible with the recalled pads by visiting the manufacturer's website at http://www.swissstop.ch/brakepads/discbrakes/.
  4. Return the recalled brake pads to the bicycle shop or retailer where they were purchased to receive a full refund.
  5. For additional information, contact Helvetia Sports toll-free at 866-358-5218 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email steve@helvetiasports.com.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have further questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Consumers should return the recalled brake pads to the store where purchased for full refund.

Contact: Helvetia Sports toll-free at 866-358-5218 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at steve@helvetiasports.com or online at www.helvetiasports.com for more information.

Affected Products

Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 25 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 25
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 26 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 26
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 27 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 27
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 28 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 28
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 30 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 30
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 31 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 31
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 32 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 32
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017
Product: SwissStop EXOTherm Disc 34 cycling disc brake pads
Model:
Disc 34
Date Ranges: October 2015 - June 2017

Product Images

SwissStop EXOTherm disc brake pads

SwissStop EXOTherm disc brake pads

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 18121
Status: Active
Sold By: Various cycling shops nationwide from October 2015 through June 2017 for between $40 and $50.
Distributor: Helvetia Sports, of Peterborough, ON, Canada
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Units Affected: About 750
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: SwissStop of Mendrisio, Switzerland
Contact: Helvetia Sports toll-free at 866-358-5218 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at steve@helvetiasports.com or online at www.helvetiasports.com for more information.
Agency Last Updated: March 13, 2018

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response