Bicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard
Recall 08385 · Sep 3, 2008 · Deda Elementi S.r.l.
400
units affected
400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08385
- Date
- Sep 3, 2008
- Company
- Deda Elementi S.r.l.
- Units affected
- 400
- Product
- Deda Forza Bicycle Handlebar Stems
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
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.
What can happen
The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Deda Elementi has received four reports of incidents involving the handlebar stems. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Bicycle retailers nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 on bicycles selling for between $4,300 and $8,700.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled deda forza bicycle handlebar stems?
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.
What is the hazard?
The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.