CPSC Recall in 2023: Shimano Recalls PRO Vibe Alloy Stems for Road Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-757

Date: May 18, 2023

Product Name: Shimano PRO Vibe Alloy stems for road bicycles

Recall Description:

This recall involves PRO Vibe Stem (Alloy) model black bicycle stems for road bicycles. The PRO Vibe stems were sold separately and installed by bicycle stores.  The recalled stems have a silver ‘V’ logo on the faceplate of the stem and the forward-facing mounting bolts.

Hazard Description:

The recalled bicycle stems can crack and break while in use and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury to the user in a crash.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 400 (In addition, about 90 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of the recalled bicycle stems cracking in the U.S. No injuries have been reported in the United States.

Sold At:

Bicycle stores nationwide and online at Backcountry.com from May 2020 through June 2022 for about $130.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan