Moderate Recalled August 30, 2012 About 67 units Updated April 22, 2016

Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard

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The hazard

The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact Shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.

Contact: For additional information, contact Shimano American Corporation at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.shimano.com

About this recall

The recalled bicycle handlebars, intended for high-end road racing bikes, are compact and drop-shaped . The handlebars are sold separately and they have two labels with "Pro Vibe" logo directly printed on them. The model number appears on the bar code sticker on the packaging and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the tube of the handlebar. The recalled model numbers are: PRHA0099, PRHA0102, PRHA0103, PRHA0105 and PRHA0106. The affected serial codes are: JE028ZG, JE101ZG, JE106ZG, JF081ZG, JF102ZG, JG048ZG, JH006ZG and JH077ZG.

Product photos

PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars label
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars label
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars

Photos: U.S. CPSC