Euro Asia Imports is recalling about 2,000 Nitto bicycle handlebars are being recalled. They can break while the user is riding the bike, resulting in loss of control and a fall hazard.
Two incidents of the handlebars breaking have been reported, including one involving a fall and a cut to the rider’s leg.
This recall involves Nitto aluminum bicycle handlebars with model number B259AA. They were sold in the following colors: red, blue, black, gold, green, pink and silver. “NITTO” and “B259” are printed at the end of the handlebars.
Bicycle specialty stores and dealers sold the handlebars nationwide from January 2008 through July 2011 for between $60 and $80. They were made in Japan.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Euro Asia Imports to receive free replacement handlebars.
For additional information, contact Euro Asia Imports toll-free at (888) 662-1814 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.euroasiaimports.com
