CPSC2006-01-19
CPSC, Syntace USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems
Syntace USA, of Olney, Ill.
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.
Sold at
Bicycle dealers, mail order magazines and on the Internet from May 2003 through July 2005 for about $90.
Affected count
About 2,300
Injuries reported
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
F99 (Force 99) Bicycle Handlebar Stems
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Crystal Trout at Syntace USA at (800) 448-3876, extension 233, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log onto www.syntaceusa.com - consumers also can e-mail the firm at syntaceusa@syntace.com or write to: Syntace USA, 1902 Miller Drive, Olney, Ill. 62450.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Syntace-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Handlebar-StemsDon't want to check this manually?
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