Bicycle handlebars and bicycles
Quality Bicycle Products GBC., of Bloomington, Minnesota
Product Images
2019 Cutthroat Force 1
2019 Warbird Ultegra Di2
2020 Cutthroat GRX810 Di2
2020 Warbird Carbon
2020 Warroad Carbon
2021 Cutthroat AXS Eagle
2021 Warbird AXS Wide
Recalled Salsa bikes that were sold equipped with Salsa Cowbell or Cowchipper handlebars
Recalled Salsa Cowbell Carbon Handlebar
Recalled Whisky No.9 12F Carbon Handlebar
Recalled Whisky No.9 24F Carbon Handlebar
Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)
The recalled handlebars can crack where the brake/shift levers are installed and cause a crash, posing an injury hazard.
What should I do? (Remedy)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and bicycles, and bring the recalled handlebars and bicycles to a local bicycle retailer for free installation of a replacement carbon handlebar or an alternative aluminum handlebar.
Consumer Contact
QBP at 800-346-3340 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or email [email protected], or online at https://www.salsacycles.com/support/recalls/cowbell-cowchipper-carbon-handlebar-recall and https://whiskyparts.co/no9-12f-24f-carbon-drop-handlebar-recall#/ for more information.
Product 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.
Where was it sold?
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.
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Quick Facts
Recall Number
23086
Impacted Units
About 8,740 (In addition, about 350 were sold in Canada)
Incidents/Injuries
QBP has received 37 reports of the handlebars cracking or fracturing while in use. No injuries have been reported.
Did you buy this?
Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.