November 12, 2009
Easton Sports is recalling bicycles with EA30 stems. The stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
This recall involves all Raleigh 2007, XXIX 700c MTN, RX1.0, Diamondback 2007, Mission, and Sortie bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap.'EA30' is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.
The bicycles were sold through independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007 through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.
For more information, contact Eason Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.eastonbike.com(PDF).
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
