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Product Recall
Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars label
PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars
Recall Date: August 30th, 2012
Type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Units: About 67
Hazards: The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact Shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.
Description
The recalled bicycle handlebars, intended for high-end road racing bikes, are compact and drop-shaped . The handlebars are sold separately and they have two labels with "Pro Vibe" logo directly printed on them. The model number appears on the bar code sticker on the packaging and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the tube of the handlebar. The recalled model numbers are: PRHA0099, PRHA0102, PRHA0103, PRHA0105 and PRHA0106. The affected serial codes are: JE028ZG, JE101ZG, JE106ZG, JF081ZG, JF102ZG, JG048ZG, JH006ZG and JH077ZG.
Images:
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars label
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Shimano American Corporation at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.shimano.comInjuries:
None reported.
Manufacturers:
Great Go Cycles Inc., of Taiwan
Retailers:
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from June 2011 through April 2012 for about $370.
Importers:
Shimano American Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.
