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Recalls / 2005-05-05

CPSC, Quality Bicycle Products Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems

05166 · Recalled 2005-05-05 · CPSC page

Recalled Handlebar Stem
Recalled Handlebar Stem

Description

The recall involves all Dimension-brand road and mountain threadless bicycle stems with a 130 degree rise. The stems are black or silver and have the word "Dimension" painted on the extension. Only models SM2330 to SM2333, SM4555 to SM4558, SM4567, and SM4570 to SM4573 are included in this recall. The model numbers are printed on the original packaging. These handlebar stems all have a 130-degree "high rise" but vary in extension length.

Hazards

These handlebar stems can crack or break, causing the bicycle rider to fall and suffer injuries.

Reported injuries

There has been one report of a handlebar stem breaking that resulted in minor abrasions and bruises to the rider.

Remedy

Contact your local bicycle retailer to have them check your handlebar stem and obtain a replacement stem, if necessary.

Products

NameModelUnits
Dimension Bicycle Road and Mountain Threadless Handlebar StemsAbout 18,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Quality Bicycle Products Inc.
Made in
Taiwan, China
Sold at
Bicycle specialty stores, Web, mail order retailers nationwide, from January 2003 through March 2005, for about $25.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact QBP toll-free at (877) 725-7211 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.dimensionbikeproducts.com

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Recalled Handlebar Stem
Recalled Handlebar Stem

Source: CPSC recall 05166. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.