CPSC Recall in 2012: Bicycle Stems Recalled by Ridley Bikes Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12-183

Date: May 21, 2012

Product Name: 4ZA Threadless Carbon Bicycle Handlebar Stem

Recall Description:

The 4ZA threadless carbon bicycle handlebar stems can crack or break.

Hazard Description:

The bicycle handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 105

Incidents:

The firm received one report of a handlebar stem breaking resulting in minor injuries.

Sold At:

The stems were sold at specialty bicycle retailers and via websites from January 2005 through April 2010 for about $59.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan