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Oro Bicycle Disc Brakes

October 16, 2007
Formula Brake USA is recalling Oro bicycle disc brakes.

The brake’s hand lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders.

Formula Brake USA has received six reports of hand levers detaching. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Oro disk brakes typically installed on mountain bikes. The brake is operated by a hand lever, which is mounted to the handlebar. Included in the recall are the Oro K18, Oro K24, Oro Puro and Oro Bianco models with serial numbers less than 295237. The serial number can be located on the brake’s body above the “Made in Italy” label.

The brakes were sold at bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.

They were manufactured in Italy.

Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact any Formula Brake dealer to receive a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Formula Brake toll-free at (866) 458-3130 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.formulabrakeusa.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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