CPSC Recall in 2012: Shimano Recalls PRO Atherton Mountain Bike Handlebar Stems Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2012.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12113

Date: February 20, 2012

Product Name: Mountain Bicycle Handlebar Stem

Recall Description:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

The bolts holding the front plate of the stem to the stem body can be pulled out of the threads while the bike is being ridden, causing the rider to lose control of the bike and fall.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 213 in the United States; 83 in Canada

Incidents:

Shimano has received one report of an incident in which the rider fell and received torso and arm injuries.

Sold At:

Bicycle and specialty stores and dealers nationwide from October 2009 to November 2010 for about $120.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan