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CPSC recall · Reported September 29, 2022

Rockgeist Recalls BarJam Brackets Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness and gear to fall while the bicycle is in motion, posing a crash and i…

Recall #
22780
Affected scope
About 420
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Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina recalled This recall involves BarJam Brackets. The recalled brackets attach to a bicycle handlebar… - a moderate-severity action.

Rockgeist Recalls BarJam Brackets Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled by Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina in September 29, 2022. Reason: The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle …. Verify recall #22780 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness….

Moderate
severity level
September 29, 2022
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22780 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #22780) was formally reported on September 29, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 420.

The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness and gear to fall while the bicycle is in motion, posing a crash and injury hazards. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle handlebars, discard them and contact Rockgeist for free redesigned replacement brackets. Rockgeist is contacti… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 420

Related Recalls

6

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Product description

This recall involves BarJam Brackets. The recalled brackets attach to a bicycle handlebar to hold camping gear while riding. The brackets were sold in black and have the word "rockgeist" in white lettering. Any and all brackets with the word rockgeist in white lettering are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness and gear to fall while the bicycle is in motion, posing a crash and injury hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle handlebars, discard them and contact Rockgeist for free redesigned replacement brackets. Rockgeist is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 22780
Date reported September 29, 2022
Date initiated September 29, 2022
Recalling firm Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina
Affected scope About 420
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle handlebars, discard them and contact Roc…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves BarJam Brackets. The recalled brackets attach to a bicycle handlebar to hold camping gear while riding. The brackets were sold in black and have the word "rockgeist" in white lettering. Any and all brackets with the word rockgeist in white lettering are included in this recall.. Recalled by Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina. Units affected: About 420.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness and gear to fall while the bicycle is in motion, posing a crash and injury hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle handlebars, discard them and contact Rockgeist for free redesigned replacement brackets. Rockgeist is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 29, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22780.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (22780) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported September 29, 2022. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.