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Recall 17140 — Chromag bicycle stems

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2017-04-26

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
17140
Date of alert
2017-04-26
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: This recall involves Chromag bicycle stems used to clamp the fork steerer and/or handlebars. The recalled stems include models BZA, Director, HiFi and Ranger. Only stems with a "Z" marked inside the bolt head are included in this recall. "Chromag" and the model name are printed on the stems. The stems were sold separately from bicycles. Bolts used in the stems are 6 mm in diameter and 20 mm in length. The stems were sold in various colors including black, red, blue, gold, purple and silver. Hazards: The clamping bolts that secure the stem to the fork steerer and/or the handlebars can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Chromag-Bicycle-Stems-Recalled-by-Riser-Holdin

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