Deda Elementi Recalls Handle Bar Stems Due to Crash Hazard
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
On September 3, 2008, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and Deda Elementi S.r.l., of Italy, announced a voluntary recall of a defective bicycle part. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Deda Forza Bicycle Handlebar Stems
Units: About 400
Manufacturer: Deda Elementi S.r.l., of Italy
Hazard: The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Deda Elementi has received four reports of incidents involving the handlebar stems.
Description: The recall involves bicycles with Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in gloss finish. “Deda Forza” is printed on the handlebar stem. Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in matte finish are not included in this recall.
Sold at: Bicycle retailers nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 on bicycles selling for between $4,300 and $8,700. The handlebar stems were also sold separately for about $400.
Manufactured in: Taiwan and Italy
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled Deda Forza handlebar stems and return them to the place of purchase to receive a free replacement handlebar stem.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Deda Elementi toll-free at (866) 514-5522 anytime, visit the firm’s Web site www.dedaelementi.com.
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