Salsa Cycles Recalls Handlebar Stems Due to Fall Hazard
Fall
The hazard
The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents reported: Salsa Cycles has received one report of a handlebar stem breaking that resulted in minor injuries.
What to do now
Consumers should stop riding bicycles containing these handlebar stems immediately and contact an authorized Salsa Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and a handlebar stem replacement or a full refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact Quality Bicycle Products toll-free at (877) 774-6208 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.salsacromotostem.com
About this recall
This recall involves all CroMoto S.U.L. 25.4 and 26.0 threadless handlebar stems and all CroMoto S.U.L. 26.0 quill handlebar stems sold as individual aftermarket units after April 1, 2010. The handlebar stems are black and have the word "Salsa" painted on the extension. The recalled handlebar stems have a hash mark on the inside of the stem bar clamp area.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC