PNW Components Loam Pedal Gen 2 recalled for cracking axle and detachment hazard
What this means
The axle on PNW Components Loam Pedal Gen 2 mountain bike pedals can crack and cause the pedal to detach from your bike while riding, creating a fall risk. The company has received four reports of this problem, though no injuries have been reported yet.
- Stop using the Loam Pedal Gen 2 immediately.
- Contact PNW Components to request free replacement axles (available starting January 5, 2026) or a free temporary Range Pedal.
- Check your pedals for the "Tectonic" logo laser etched on the left side to confirm you have the recalled model.
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The agency's original wording
The pedal axle can crack, causing the pedal to detach from the crank, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the Loam Pedal Gen 2 and contact PNW Components to receive free replacement axles once they become available. In the interim PNW Components is providing consumers with the Range Pedal, free of charge. PNW Components will follow up with consumers regarding the replacement axle system, estimated to begin shipping out to customers on January 5, 2026.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/PNW-Components-Recalls-Aluminum-Alloy-Bicycle-Pedals-Due-to-Crash-HazardWant us to check the next one for you?
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