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Based on the outlined process THIS seems the way to handle a product defect. Also had a replacement under warranty handled by FAVERO directly instead of the reseller where I bought the spindles initially. They were always very clear and friendly throughout the process!
My pedals were bought during the affected time period. I just checked with the app and it seems they’re not impacted. Thanks for the heads-up, though!
Favero replace my Assioma Uno one year ago. I never encountered a problem but I got the message in the app and they changed it very very fast and easy. :)
The one time i cheat on Garmin & Shimano (2 sets of vectors, Favero is just way better and more convenient, mot even talking about Shimano.. ).
But Hambini seems to have done it again.
Thanks for the work you do Ray. Quick question, how do you check the manufacturing date on these?
I’m not entirely sure, instead, the app checks the actual serial numbers.
Got mine in March 2019 so not covered…still working well! Was using them on the road bike but now on the gravel bike converted to SPD with Xpedo pedal bodies and shoes ‘modified’ to clear the pod. Thinking about getting the new pod-less spd version but more likely will get a Sigeyi or Magene spider PM.
I have both and, while I would not say that either is “better”, I really like the Magene PM’s.
Is this a recall?
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My left Duo Shi pedal is affected, but not the right (nor the regular Duos I have on another bike).
Submitted my info last night, was a little hesitant about the deactivation / blocking thing, but proceeded anyway. The replacement shipped today, and Fedex is already telling me it will already be arriving Monday.
“Recalls” are fun 😋
So they’re not collecting these “not-recalled” pedals to get them out of circulation, especially for liability? I mean if “deactivating” simply kills the power meter function, they’d still work as a pedal that somebody is probably gonna keep jumping on til it breaks… because stupid does amazing things sometimes 🥇😄
They could’ve done the Garmin approach where users can either return first and then receive replacement, or provide a temporary deposit to receive the replacement first and then it’s refunded when the old ones are returned. Albeit more work but maybe better for liability risk?
Good on them for doing something tho, and being fortunate with product traceability and connectivity to ping user alerts like that.
I have my Assioma pedals since the end of 2019, i am a 80kg rider, the pedal work as new with over 50tsd kms on them.
I really hope this does not eat too far into their low-margin approach to pricing
Is there a specific reason why they don’t want to call it a recall besides the fact that they are not being collected?
Probably because the word recall has specific governmental / regulatory requirements in different countries.
Guess the new firmware has nothing to do with it but interesting that there is a new one 2 years and 9 months after the last one…
link to cycling.favero.com
Firmware Assioma 5.26 – 17 September 2024
Fixed minor bugs
Improved compatibility with Apple Watch
You called it in the Fitfile Podcast, Ray — the Epix Gen 2 for $399! And, the more valuable sapphire edition with multiband. We didn’t even have to wait until next month. It does seem like Garmin is holding prices firm on the Pro models so far despite the rollout of the Fenix 8. As a MIP fan, I was hoping for a deal on the Fenix 7 Pro Solar Sapphire in 47mm.
Yep got a message today that my right pedal needs replacement. Went through the process which was pretty smooth. The pedal was deactivated at the end and a new pedal is on its way. Should arrive within 2 days of deactivation.
I’ve three sets of Assioma pedals. Only one set was affected. The replacement process was amazingly swift and straightforward. I started the procedure Monday 7th via the App on 20:15h and received the replacement set of pedals Wednesday 9th at 13:05h (from Italy to The Netherlands).
Amazing customer service by Favero! I had one right pedal affected. Initiated the process on Sunday 2pm and had new pedal Wednesday morning (shipped from Italy to eastern US). Power reporting by pedal is deactivated after initiation of replacement so had one sided power for 2 days.