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Hobby/sports equipment — injuries risk (0091/06)

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesFeb 24, 2006

Hazard

When the bicycle is stationary or is being ridden, the handlebar stem can become detached from the steer tube, making steering impossible. Excessive tightening torque applied to the fastening screws and stress corrosion lead to cracks in the handlebar stem with consequent failure.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary recall of the product by manufacturer — Other

Product description

Syntace handlebar stem for bicycle "Syntace"Type/model: Force 99. Parts with production codes up to 34-05 are affected.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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