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CPSCRecalled Jan 5, 2023 · #23086

Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Carbon Handlebars and Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard

Hazard

The recalled handlebars can crack where the brake/shift levers are installed and cause a crash, posing an injury hazard.

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Description

This recall involves Salsa Cowchipper, Salsa Cowbell, Whisky No.9 12F, and Whisky No.9 24F carbon handlebars. The model name is printed on the handlebar. The recalled handlebars were also sold with the Salsa Cutthroat, Warbird, and Warroad bikes. The bicycle model name is printed on the bicycle frame. The bicycles are sold in a variety of colors and sizes.

Product details

Product
Bicycle handlebars and bicycles
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from January 2018 through August 2022 for the handlebars and from August 2018 through June 2022 for complete bicycles with the handlebars. The handlebars sold for about $240, and the complete bicycles sold for between $4,700 and $7,000.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and bicycles, and bring the recalled handlebars and bicycles to a local bicycle retailer for free installation of a replacement carbon handlebar or an alternative aluminum handlebar.

View the official CPSC notice