CPSC, Syntace USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3190.
The recalled bicycle handlebar stem is black. Stems with production codes 01 03 through 45 04, and stems with no production code are included in this recall. The production code is the bottom set of numbers located on the end of the stem.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3190.
Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled handlebar stem immediately and contact Syntace for instructions to receive a free replacement stem and installation.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bicycle Dealers, Mail Order Magazines And On The Internet From May 2003 Through July 2005 For About $90. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3190.
For additional information, contact Crystal Trout at Syntace USA at (800) 448-3876, extension 233, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log onto www.syntaceusa.com - consumers also can e-mail the firm at syntaceusa@syntace.com or write to: Syntace USA, 1902 Miller Drive, Olney, Ill. 62450.
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Bicycle Dealers, Mail Order Magazines And On The Internet From May 2003 Through July 2005 For About $90. Recall FAQ
Bicycle Dealers, Mail Order Magazines And On The Internet From May 2003 Through July 2005 For About $90. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, Syntace USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems. The notice was published on January 19, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,300 units are potentially affected.