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Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsNov 12, 2009
Picture of Recalled Bicycles Stems
Picture of Recalled Bicycles Stems

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.

Incidents & injuries

The company received a report of a stem breaking, causing a minor injury to the rider.

Product description

This recall involves bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap. "EA30" is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.

Sold on

Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007 through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Eason Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.eastonbike.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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