CPSC Recall in 2012: Eecycleworks Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12257

Date: August 27, 2012

Product Name: Bicycle brakes

Recall Description:

The bridge can crack on "eebrake" model aftermarket brakes sold for use on adult road racing bicycles. This poses a fall hazard to riders.

Hazard Description:

The bridge of the brakes can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 400

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of brakes cracking, one of which resulted in scrapes and bruises.

Sold At:

Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide and eecycleworks.com from September 2008 through March 2011 for between $570 and $590.

Manufactured In:

United States