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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 12113

Mountain Bicycle Handlebar Stem

Published February 21, 2012

Summary

CPSC records recall 12113, published February 21, 2012. Recalling firm: Post Moderne Corporation, Taiwan; Reported units: 213 in the United States; 83 in Canada.

What's the hazard

The bolts holding the front plate of the stem to the stem body can be pulled out of the threads while the bike is being ridden, causing the rider to lose control of the bike and fall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with PRO Atherton handlebar stems and take them to an authorized retailer to determine if the stem on their bike is subject to the recall. Authorized retailers will replace 18mm bolts with 21mm bolts free of charge.

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Recall details

Brand
Post Moderne Corporation, Taiwan
Manufacturer
Post Moderne Corporation, Taiwan
Distributor
Bicycle and specialty stores and dealers nationwide from October 2009 to November 2010 for about $120.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Mountain Bicycle Handlebar Stem recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 12113 on February 21, 2012. Reported hazard: The bolts holding the front plate of the stem to the stem body can be pulled out of the threads while the bike is being ridden, causing the rider to lose control of the bike and fall.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with PRO Atherton handlebar stems and take them to an authorized retailer to determine if the stem on their bike is subject to the recall. Authorized retailers will replace 18mm bolts with 21mm bolts free of charge.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Post Moderne Corporation, Taiwan.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)