Quality Bicycle Products Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems

Dimension Bicycle Road and Mountain Threadless Handlebar Stems

Date of Recall
2005-05-05

CPSC Release Number
05-166

Manufactured In
Taiwan and China

Company Phone Number
(877) 725-7211

Units
About 18,000

Manufacturer
Quality Bicycle Products Inc., of Bloomington, Minn.

Sold By
Bicycle specialty stores, Web and mail order retailers nationwide from January 2003 through March 2005 for about $25.

Problem/Hazard
These handlebar stems can crack or break, causing the bicycle rider to fall and suffer injuries.

Injuries/Incidents
There has been one report of a handlebar stem breaking that resulted in minor abrasions and bruises to the rider.

Description
The recall involves all Dimension-brand road and mountain threadless bicycle stems with a 130 degree rise. The stems are black or silver and have the word "Dimension" painted on the extension. Only models SM2330 to SM2333, SM4555 to SM4558, SM4567, and SM4570 to SM4573 are included in this recall. The model numbers are printed on the original packaging. These handlebar stems all have a 130-degree "high rise" but vary in extension length.

Remedy
Contact your local bicycle retailer to have them check your handlebar stem and obtain a replacement stem if necessary.

Consumer Contact
For more information, contact QBP toll-free at (877) 725-7211 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.dimensionbikeproducts.com

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