Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-08-30 · 12264
Hazards
The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard.
Recall
Number
12264
Date
2012-08-30
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Great Go Cycles Inc., of Taiwan
Retailer(s)
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from June 2011 through April 2012 for about $370.
Importer(s)
Shimano American Corporation, of Irvine, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
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.