Shimano Recalls PRO Vibe Alloy Stems for Road Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Active Recall Announced May 18, 2023 CPSC #23757

Quick answer

Shimano Recalls PRO Vibe Alloy Stems for Road Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert) is CPSC recall #23757, announced on May 18, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves PRO Vibe Stem (Alloy) model black bicycle stems for road bicycles. The PRO Vibe stems were sold separately and installed by bicycle stores. The recalled stems have a silver 'V' logo on the faceplate of the stem and the forward-facing mounting bolts. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with pro vibe alloy handlebar stems and take them to the place where purchased or a shimano authorized retailer to determine if the stem on their bike is included in the recall and for a free replacement stem and free installation.. Affected brands: Shimano Europe B.V., of the Netherlands, Shimano North America Bicycle Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves PRO Vibe Stem (Alloy) model black bicycle stems for road bicycles. The PRO Vibe stems were sold separately and installed by bicycle stores. The recalled stems have a silver 'V' logo on the faceplate of the stem and the forward-facing mounting bolts.

Affected products

Shimano PRO Vibe Alloy stems for road bicycles

Recalled brands

Shimano Europe B.V., of the Netherlands, Shimano North America Bicycle Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with PRO Vibe alloy handlebar stems and take them to the place where purchased or a Shimano authorized retailer to determine if the stem on their bike is included in the recall and for a free replacement stem and free installation.

Recall date

May 18, 2023

Categories

Shimano PRO Vibe Alloy stems for road bicycles

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #23757?

CPSC recall #23757 covers Shimano Recalls PRO Vibe Alloy Stems for Road Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert), announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 18, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves PRO Vibe Stem (Alloy) model black bicycle stems for road bicycles. The PRO Vibe stems were sold separately and installed by bicycle stores. The recalled stems have a silver 'V' logo on the faceplate of the stem and the forward-facing mounting bolts.

What is the remedy for recall #23757?

The CPSC remedy for recall #23757 is consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with pro vibe alloy handlebar stems and take them to the place where purchased or a shimano authorized retailer to determine if the stem on their bike is included in the recall and for a free replacement stem and free installation.. 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 Shimano Recalls PRO Vibe Alloy Stems for Road Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert) 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/2023/Shimano-Recalls-PRO-Vibe-Alloy-Stems-for-Road-Bicycles-Due-to-Crash-and-Injury-Hazards-Recall-Alert. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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