CPSC recall · Reported March 21, 2013
Magura USA Recalls Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Due to Collision Hazard
The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
Magura Germany recalled Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. The brakes consist of a br….
Magura USA Recalls Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Due to Collision Hazard was recalled by Magura Germany in March 21, 2013. Reason: The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and c…. Verify recall #13148 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Magura Germany issued this CPSC recall-The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard..
- None
- agency class
- 3K units
- affected scope
- March 21, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13148 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13148 |
| Date reported | March 21, 2013 |
| Date initiated | March 21, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Magura Germany |
| Affected scope | 2800 |
| 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 immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (13148) 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.
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