CPSC recall 13-148, announced March 21, 2013, covers Magura Germany Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes (2800 units). The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 448-3876, or go to www.maguradirect.com.
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Which products are included?
Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. The brakes consist of a brake lever and master cylinder that attach to the handlebars, a hose that runs between the master cylinder and the caliper which attaches to the rear wheel. The MT 6 brake system is black and silver. The MT 8 brake system is black and red. Both brake systems have the Magura logo and letters "MT" on the master cylinder, and the word "Magura" on the caliper. The word "Six" is on the brake lever of the MT 6 and the word "Eight" is on the brake lever of the MT 8. MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012 are being recalled. A date code in format Y/MM/DD between 10301 and 20531 is located on the caliper. Additionally, all MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems without date codes are being recalled.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Magura Germany
- Manufacturer
- Magura Germany
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 13-148
- Units
- 2800
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle retailers and distributors in the U.S. between January 2011 and March 2013 for between $269 to $379.
- Importer
- Magura USA, of Olney, Ill.
Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Magura USA at (800) 448-3876 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.maguradirect.com and click on "Recall Information."
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