Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 6, 2012
Gore Recalls Ride-On Bicycle Brake Cables Due to Fall Hazard
When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard.
W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md. recalled This recall involves GORE® Ride On® Low Friction System brake cables for road bikes and G… - a moderate-severity action.
Gore Recalls Ride-On Bicycle Brake Cables Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md. in March 6, 2012. Reason: When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are i…. Verify recall #12125 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 6, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12125 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #12125) was formally reported on March 6, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 9,700 in the United States and about 200 in Canada.
The documented reason for this recall is: When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are installed on a Campagnolo-style brake lever and contact Gore for a free replacement cable kit. Gore will reimbu… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 9,700 in the United States and about 200 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves GORE® Ride On® Low Friction System brake cables for road bikes and GORE® Ride On® Professional System brake cables for road bikes. The cables are silver and are available with housings in black, white, blue or red. "GORE Ride-On" is printed on the housing for the Low Friction cable. "GORE Ride-On Professional" is printed on the housing for the Professional System cables. The cables are being recalled only if they were installed on road bikes that use a Campagnolo-style brake lever. The ends, or attachment heads, on the Campagnolo systems have the letters "C" "CC," or "RO" imprinted on them. The following UPC codes are listed on the back of the brake cable boxes and are included in this recall: 7331324 17926 7331324 45066 7331324 45202 7331324 74912 7331324 74936 7331324 75131 7331324 75148 7331324 75155 7331324 75162
Reason for recall
When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are installed on a Campagnolo-style brake lever and contact Gore for a free replacement cable kit. Gore will reimburse consumers for the repair cost.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12125 |
| Date reported | March 6, 2012 |
| Date initiated | March 6, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md. |
| Affected scope | About 9,700 in the United States and about 200 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are installed on a Campagnolo-style brake lev…
- Check the recall number (12125) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves GORE® Ride On® Low Friction System brake cables for road bikes and GORE® Ride On® Professional System brake cables for road bikes. The cables are silver and are available with housings in black, white, blue or red. "GORE Ride-On" is printed on the housing for the Low Friction cable. "GORE Ride-On Professional" is printed on the housing for the Professional System cables. The cables are being recalled only if they were installed on road bikes that use a Campagnolo-style brake lever. The ends, or attachment heads, on the Campagnolo systems have the letters "C" "CC," or "RO" imprinted on them. The following UPC codes are listed on the back of the brake cable boxes and are included in this recall: 7331324 17926 7331324 45066 7331324 45202 7331324 74912 7331324 74936 7331324 75131 7331324 75148 7331324 75155 7331324 75162. Recalled by W.l. Gore & Associates Inc., of Elkton, Md.. Units affected: About 9,700 in the United States and about 200 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are installed on a Campagnolo-style brake lever and contact Gore for a free replacement cable kit. Gore will reimburse consumers for the repair cost.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 6, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12125.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (12125) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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