Chromag Bicycle Stems Recalled by Riser Holdings Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2017-04-26). Hazards: fall, injury. About 100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17140 |
| Published | 2017-04-26 |
| Last updated | 2017-04-26 |
| Products | Chromag bicycle stems |
| Firm named in the title | Riser Holdings |
| Firms | Riser Holdings Ltd., of Canada, dba Chromag Bikes (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Canada, Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 100 |
| Hazard classes | fall, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Arts Cyclery, Beatchwood Cycles, Beat Cycles, Breadwinner Cycles, Blazin Saddles, Harpers, Quality Bicycle Products, The Bike Hub and Squatch Cycles nationwide or online at www.chromagbikes.com from November 2016 through March 2017 for about $120 for the stem. |
Description
This recall involves Chromag bicycle stems used to clamp the fork steerer and/or handlebars. The recalled stems include models BZA, Director, HiFi and Ranger. Only stems with a "Z" marked inside the bolt head are included in this recall. "Chromag" and the model name are printed on the stems. The stems were sold separately from bicycles. Bolts used in the stems are 6 mm in diameter and 20 mm in length. The stems were sold in various colors including black, red, blue, gold, purple and silver.
Hazard
The clamping bolts that secure the stem to the fork steerer and/or the handlebars can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled stems and contact Chromag for free replacement bolts for the stem.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports of the clamping bolts breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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