Bicycle Handlebars Recalled by Euro Asia Imports; Handlebars Can Break Resulting in Loss of Control and Fall Hazard
Bicycle Handlebars
Date of Recall
2012-01-05CPSC Release Number
12-095Manufactured In
JapanCompany Phone Number
(888) 662-1814Units
About 2,000 in the United States and 70 in CanadaManufacturer
Nitto Co Ltd., of JapanImporter
Euro Asia Imports, of La Crescenta, Calif., The Merry Sales Co., of South San Francisco, Calif. and Bicycle Technologies Intl., of Santa Fe, N.M.Sold By
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from January 2008 through July 2011 for between $60 and $80.Problem/Hazard
The recalled bicycle handlebars can break while the user is riding the bike, resulting in loss of control and a fall hazard.Injuries/Incidents
Two incidents of the handlebars breaking have been reported, including one involving a fall and a cut to the rider’s leg.Description
This recall involves Nitto aluminum bicycle handlebars with model number B259AA. They were sold in the following colors: red, blue, black, gold, green, pink and silver. ?NITTO? and ?B259? are printed at the end of the handlebars.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Euro Asia Imports to receive free replacement handlebars.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Euro Asia Imports toll-free at (888) 662-1814 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.euroasiaimports.comRecall Comments
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