CPSC recall 10-038, announced November 12, 2009, covers Easton Sports Bicycles with EA30 Stems (about 6,400 units). The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls. Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem. Recall contact: call (866) 892-6059, or go to www.eastonbike.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 bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap. "EA30" is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
Incidents and injuries
The company received a report of a stem breaking, causing a minor injury to the rider.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Easton Sports
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 10-038
- Units
- About 6,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Importer
- Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
Bicycles with EA30 Stems
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
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
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