Defendant: Shimano American Corporation / Shimano Inc. | Category: Consumer Products & Retail | Added: 2026-08-03
Alleged Issue
A class action alleged that certain Shimano Hollowtech II cranksets manufactured before July 2019 could suffer bonding separation and delamination between the crank arm and spindle, posing a safety risk of component failure while riding.
Eligibility
U.S. residents who purchased, received, or owned a covered Shimano Hollowtech II crankset, or a bicycle equipped with one, manufactured before July 2019, and who incurred documented replacement or repair costs related to bonding separation or delamination.
Estimated Payout
Reimbursement of documented replacement/repair costs for covered cranksets (up to $500 per the claim materials), plus an extended Express Warranty covering bonding separation and delamination through July 29, 2027 (automatic — no claim form needed for the warranty).
Claim Deadline
2026-08-04
Background
The Shimano crankset settlement resolves class action litigation over certain Shimano Hollowtech II cranksets manufactured before July 2019. The lawsuits alleged that the bond between the crank arm and spindle could fail, causing the crankset to delaminate or separate while the bicycle was in use, which could create a risk of injury. Shimano denied wrongdoing but agreed to reimburse class members for documented replacement or repair costs related to the defect and to extend its Express Warranty coverage for bonding separation and delamination through July 29, 2027. The court granted final approval on February 2, 2026. Eligible class members must submit a claim form by August 4, 2026 to receive reimbursement; the extended warranty applies automatically without filing a claim.