CPSC Recall in 2023: Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Carbon Handlebars and Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2023.

Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 23-086
Date: January 05, 2023
Product Name: Bicycle handlebars and bicycles
Recall 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.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 8,740 (In addition, about 350 were sold in Canada)
Incidents:

QBP has received 37 reports of the handlebars cracking or fracturing while in use. No injuries have been reported.

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.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan