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Product Safety Report: Simplon Bicycles fitted with SwissStop Centerlock Adapter Sets (2504-0045)

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Published25 April 2025

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Simplon Bicycles fitted with SwissStop Centerlock Adapter Sets presenting a risk of injuries.

Product description

Summary Product: Simplon Bicycles fitted with SwissStop Centerlock Adapter Sets Hazard: The product presents a risk of injuries, as the locking rings within the adapters can loosen over time and detach from the braking system. Corrective action: The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme, and has contacted customers to arrange a free replacement adapter. Owners should stop using the product until the adapter has been replaced. Owners with queries concerning the corrective action should contact their registered dealer. Product information Type Hobby / sports equipment - Bicycles Brand SIMPLON Fahrrad GmbH Serial numbers 100015011022, 100031010323, 100057010423, 100131011022, 100140010423, 100168010923, 100172010623, 100201010623, 100234031023, 100417031023, 100576010523, 100601010423, 101328011222, 101403011222, 101408011222, 101599011222, 102063011222 Sales period January 2023 – December 2024 Country of Origin Austria Product Description Centerlock adapter sets manufactured by SwissStop and fitted to Simplon bicycles. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a risk of injuries, as the locking rings within the adapters can loosen over time and detach from the braking system. This could result in reduced or even no braking performance, which could lead to the rider falling from the bicycle and becoming injured. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. Corrective action The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme, and has contacted customers to arrange a free replacement adapter. Owners should stop using the product until the adapter has been replaced. Owners with queries concerning the corrective action should contact their registered dealer. Additional information PSD notification number: 2504-0045 Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

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