January 25, 2012
Name of Product: Bicycle Handlebars
Units: About 2,000 in the United States and 70 in Canada
Importers: Euro Asia Imports, of La Crescenta, Calif., The Merry Sales Co., of South San Francisco, Calif. and Bicycle Technologies Intl., of Santa Fe, N.M.
Hazard: The recalled bicycle handlebars can break while the user is riding the bike, resulting in loss of control and a fall hazard.
Description: This recall involves Nitto aluminum bicycle handlebars with model number B259AA. They were sold in the following colors: red, blue, black, gold, green, pink and silver. NITTO and B259 are printed at the end of the handlebars.
Sold by: Bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from January 2008 through July 2011 for between $60 and $80.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Euro Asia Imports to receive free replacement handlebars.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Euro Asia Imports toll-free at (888) 662-1814 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.euroasiaimports.com