Shimano is voluntarily recalling its mechanical disc brake calipers for road bikes sold after February last year.
The affected models are the BR-CX75, BR-R515 and BR-R315. The
BR-R315 was not sold in North America. Shimano American is not saying
much about the specifics of the recall until it announces it jointly
with the CPSC, but the recall is underway in Europe and Shimano American
will replace the affected calipers with improved models.
The model numbers of affected brakes can be found behind the arm as
shown in the photo below. Replacement brakes that do not include the
defect can be identified by a white circle on the caliper body as shown
in the second photo below.
Consumers should stop using bicycles with the recalled brake
calipers and bring them to a Shimano authorized retailer for a free
inspection and installation of replacement calipers.
For further information, call Shimano American at
1-800-353-4719,
Mondaythrough
Friday 8 am - 5pm PDT. In Canada, callShimano Canada LTD at
1-877-377-5211,
Mondaythrough
Friday 8 am - 5 pm EDT.