CPSC Recall in 2007: Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-027

Date: October 15, 2007

Product Name: Oro Disc Brakes used on bicycles

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Perigeum Development Inc., d.b.a. Formula Brake USA, of Petaluma, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 5,700 Oro Disc Brakes used on bicycles. 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.Name of Product: Oro Disc Brakes used on bicyclesUnits: About 5,700Importer: Perigeum Development Inc., d.b.a. Formula Brake USA, of Petaluma, Calif.Manufacturer: Formula SRL, of ItalyHazard: 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.Incidents/Injuries: Formula Brake USA has received six reports of hand levers detaching. No injuries have been reported.Description: 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.Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.Manufactured in: ItalyRemedy: 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 website at www.formulabrakeusa.com. 

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 5,700

Incidents:

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

Sold At:

Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.

Manufactured In:

Italy