CPSC2009-11-12
Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard
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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.
Sold at
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.
Affected count
About 6,400
Injuries reported
The company received a report of a stem breaking, causing a minor injury to the rider.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Bicycles with EA30 Stems
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Eason Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.eastonbike.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Bicycles-Recalled-by-Easton-Sports-Stem-Failure-Poses-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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