CPSC2009-02-26
Salsa Bicycles Recalls Bicycles; Handlebar Stems Can Break Causing Rider to Fall
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Hazard
The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Salsa Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and replacement stem.
Sold at
Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide from November 2007 through December 2008 for between $880 and $1870 for complete bikes. The aftermarket stems were sold at specialty bicycle retailers nationwide and via web sites from March 2008 through December 2008 for between $60 and $65.
Affected count
About 8,600
Injuries reported
Salsa Bicycles has received three reports of handlebar stems breaking. One incident resulted in a rider suffering a broken wrist.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Handlebar Stems Used on Salsa Bicycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Salsa Bicycles toll-free at (877) 774-6208 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.salsacromotostem.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Salsa-Bicycles-Recalls-Bicycles-Handlebar-Stems-Can-Break-Causing-Rider-to-FallDon't want to check this manually?
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