CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Attachments

Active Recall Announced October 2, 2002 CPSC #03002

Quick answer

CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Attachments is CPSC recall #03002, announced on October 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Performance Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends are three to four inches in length and attach to the ends of the handlebar. The bar ends are primarily used during hill climbing when mountain biking, as they give a rider added leverage when he/she is off the seat and pedaling up a steep incline. The bar ends were manufactured in Taiwan. The remedy is consumers should stop using the bar ends immediately and return them for a replacement or refund. consumers can return the bar ends to the nearest performance store or by mailing them to performance inc., attn: returns dept., one performance way, chapel hill, nc 27514.. Affected brand: Performance Inc..

Hazard

The recalled Performance Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends are three to four inches in length and attach to the ends of the handlebar. The bar ends are primarily used during hill climbing when mountain biking, as they give a rider added leverage when he/she is off the seat and pedaling up a steep incline. The bar ends were manufactured in Taiwan.

Affected products

Performance Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends (Bicycle Handlebar Extensions)

Recalled brands

Performance Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the bar ends immediately and return them for a replacement or refund. Consumers can return the bar ends to the nearest Performance Store or by mailing them to Performance Inc., Attn: Returns Dept., One Performance Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27514.

Recall date

October 2, 2002

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03002?

CPSC recall #03002 covers CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Attachments, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Performance Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends are three to four inches in length and attach to the ends of the handlebar. The bar ends are primarily used during hill climbing when mountain biking, as they give a rider added leverage when he/she is off the seat and pedaling up a steep incline. The bar ends were manufactured in Taiwan.

What is the remedy for recall #03002?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03002 is consumers should stop using the bar ends immediately and return them for a replacement or refund. consumers can return the bar ends to the nearest performance store or by mailing them to performance inc., attn: returns dept., one performance way, chapel hill, nc 27514.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Performance Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Attachments on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Performance-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Handlebar-Attachments. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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