Mountain bike handlebar stems
Published November 30, 2000
Summary
CPSC records recall 01044, published November 30, 2000. Recalling firm: Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif.; Reported units: About 8,000.
What's the hazard
The stem connects the bicycle's handlebars to the fork. These stems can break during use, causing the bicycle rider to crash and suffer serious injuries.
What to do
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these stems immediately, and either call Profile Design to get a free replacement stem, or return the bicycle with the recalled stem to a Profile-Design retailer, to have the stem replaced free of charge.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif.
- Manufacturer
- Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif.
- Distributor
- Independent bicycle dealers nationwide sold bicycles and parts kits with these stems and individual stems, from March 1997 through April 2000. The stems sold for about $50.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Mountain bike handlebar stems recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 01044 on November 30, 2000. Reported hazard: The stem connects the bicycle's handlebars to the fork. These stems can break during use, causing the bicycle rider to crash and suffer serious injuries.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these stems immediately, and either call Profile Design to get a free replacement stem, or return the bicycle with the recalled stem to a Profile-Design retailer, to have the stem replaced free of charge.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif..