CPSC recall 09-135, announced February 26, 2009, covers Handlebar Stems Used on Salsa Bicycles (about 8,600 units). The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Salsa Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and replacement stem. Recall contact: call (877) 774-6208, or go to www.salsacromotostem.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all CroMoto S.U.L. stems sold as individual aftermarket units and on these models of complete Salsa bicycles: Ala Carte, El Mariachi, Casseroll Triple, Casseroll Single and La Cruz. The aftermarket stems are black and have the word "Salsa" painted on the extension. The complete bike stems are painted to match the bike model color and have the word "Salsa" painted on the extension. The recalled stems range from 75- through 105-degree rise and extension length from 90 to 120mm. Please visit the firm's web site at www.salsacromotostem.com for a complete list of model numbers and names included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Incidents and injuries
Salsa Bicycles has received three reports of handlebar stems breaking. One incident resulted in a rider suffering a broken wrist.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Salsa Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and replacement stem.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Salsa Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-135
- Units
- About 8,600
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Importer
- Salsa Bicycles, a subsidiary of Quality Bicycle Products, of Bloomington, Minn.
Handlebar Stems Used on Salsa Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
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
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