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

Recalled August 30, 2012 · CPSC recall 12264 · Shimano

PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars labelPRO VIBE Bicycle HandlebarsPRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
Hazard
The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 67
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

Description

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.

What to do

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

Product
PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars
Manufacturer(s)
Great Go Cycles Inc., of Taiwan
Imported by
Shimano American Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.
Retailers
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from June 2011 through April 2012 for about $370.
Made in
Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →