The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13148·Announced 2013-03-21

Magura Recalls Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Due to Collision Hazard

Magura USA is recalling MT 6 and MT 8 bicycle hydraulic disc brakes because they can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (brake failure leading to collision) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Magura USA is recalling approximately 2,800 units of Magura MT 6 and MT 8 bicycle hydraulic disc brakes. The recall includes brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011, and May 31, 2012, as well as all MT 6 and MT 8 systems without date codes. The MT 6 brake system is black and silver, while the MT 8 is black and red. Both systems feature the Magura logo and "MT" letters on the master cylinder and the word "Magura" on the caliper.

The recalled brakes can fail in low temperatures, which poses a collision hazard. No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. The brakes were sold at bicycle retailers and distributors in the United States between January 2011 and March 2013 for between $269 and $379.

Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair. Magura USA can be reached at (800) 448-3876 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.maguradirect.com by clicking on "Recall Information."

The recalled product

Product
Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Manufacturer
Magura Germany
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
2,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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