CPSC, Syntace USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-01-19). Hazards: fall. About 2,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06069 |
| Published | 2006-01-19 |
| Last updated | 2024-04-24 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | F99 (Force 99) Bicycle Handlebar Stems |
| Firm named in the title | Syntace USA |
| Firms | Syntace USA, of Olney, Ill. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 2,300 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Bicycle dealers, mail order magazines and on the Internet from May 2003 through July 2005 for about $90. |
Description
The recalled bicycle handlebar stem is black. Stems with production codes 01 03 through 45 04, and stems with no production code are included in this recall. The production code is the bottom set of numbers located on the end of the stem.
Hazard
The recalled bicycle stems can crack or break under normal conditions, causing the rider to fall and suffer serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled handlebar stem immediately and contact Syntace for instructions to receive a free replacement stem and installation.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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