Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-11-12). Hazards: fall, crash, injury. About 6,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10038 |
| Published | 2009-11-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Bicycles with EA30 Stems |
| Firm named in the title | Easton Sports |
| Firms | Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 6,400 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007 through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30. |
Description
This recall involves bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap. "EA30" is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.
Hazard
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.
Incidents and injuries
The company received a report of a stem breaking, causing a minor injury to the rider.
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