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Bicycle Handlebars Recalled by Euro Asia Imports; Handlebars Can Break Resulting in Loss of Control and Fall Hazard
Recalled January 25, 2012 · CPSC recall 12095 · Nitto
Hazard
The recalled bicycle handlebars can break while the user is riding the bike, resulting in loss of control and a fall hazard.
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 2,000 in the United States and 70 in Canada
Incidents / injuries
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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Euro Asia Imports to receive free replacement handlebars.
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 atwww.euroasiaimports.com
Product
Bicycle Handlebars
Manufacturer(s)
Nitto Co Ltd., of Japan
Imported by
Euro Asia Imports, of La Crescenta, Calif. · The Merry Sales Co., of South San Francisco, Calif. · Bicycle Technologies Intl., of Santa Fe, N.M.
Retailers
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from January 2008 through July 2011 for between $60 and $80.
Made in
Japan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →