CPSC, Profile Design Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems
This recall was issued November 30, 2000.
- Posted
- November 30, 2000
- Recall Number
- 01044
- Quantity
- About 8,000
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
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.
Action Taken
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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Incidents & Injuries
Profile Design has received reports of six riders crashing when the stems on their bicycles broke, resulting in teeth injuries, bruises and abrasions.