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Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Carbon Handlebars and Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard

Reported: January 5, 2023 Initiated: January 5, 2023 #23086

Product Description

This recall involves Salsa Cowchipper, Salsa Cowbell, Whisky No.9 12F, and Whisky No.9 24F carbon handlebars. The model name is printed on the handlebar. The recalled handlebars were also sold with the Salsa Cutthroat, Warbird, and Warroad bikes. The bicycle model name is printed on the bicycle frame. The bicycles are sold in a variety of colors and sizes.

Reason for Recall

The recalled handlebars can crack where the brake/shift levers are installed and cause a crash, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and bicycles, and bring the recalled handlebars and bicycles to a local bicycle retailer for free installation of a replacement carbon handlebar or an alternative aluminum handlebar.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,740 (In addition, about 350 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Quality-Bicycle-Products-Recalls-Carbon-Handlebars-and-Bicycles-Due-to-Injury-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Salsa Cowchipper, Salsa Cowbell, Whisky No.9 12F, and Whisky No.9 24F carbon handlebars. The model name is printed on the handlebar. The recalled handlebars were also sold with the Salsa Cutthroat, Warbird, and Warroad bikes. The bicycle model name is printed on the bicycle frame. The bicycles are sold in a variety of colors and sizes.. Units affected: About 8,740 (In addition, about 350 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled handlebars can crack where the brake/shift levers are installed and cause a crash, posing an injury hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and bicycles, and bring the recalled handlebars and bicycles to a local bicycle retailer for free installation of a replacement carbon handlebar or an alternative aluminum handlebar.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 5, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23086.

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