CPSC Recall in 2014: Tektro USA and TRP Recall Bicycle Mechanical Disc Brake Calipers Due to Crash Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2014.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-127

Date: March 06, 2014

Product Name: Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers

Recall Description:

The Spyre and Spyre SLC calipers were sold as original and aftermarket equipment on bicycles.

Hazard Description:

The brake cable actuator arm can over-rotate, dislocating parts, causing the brake calipers to fail. Lack of brakes results in loss of control and a crash hazard, posing a risk of injury to the rider and others

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 2,000

Incidents:

Tektro USA/TRP has received one report of a brake caliper failing in this manner. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage.

Sold At:

Retail bicycle shops nationwide and online at universalcycles.com, tektro-usa.com and trpbrakes.com from April 2013 to December 2013 for about $90 for the Spyre caliper and about $110 for the Spyre SLC caliper.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan