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Wednesday, September 10, 2008 RECALL: Deda Forza Stems by VeloNation Press at 10:39 AM EST   comments Categories: General, Product Recalls   WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Deda Forza Bicycle Handlebar Stems Units: About 400 Manufacturer: Deda Elementi S.r.l., of Italy Hazard: The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Deda Elementi has received four reports of incidents involving the handlebar stems. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recall involves bicycles with Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in gloss finish. "Deda Forza" is printed on the handlebar stem. Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in matte finish are not included in this recall. Sold at: Bicycle retailers nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 on bicycles selling for between $4,300 and $8,700. The handlebar stems were also sold separately for about $400. Manufactured in: Taiwan and Italy Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled Deda Forza handlebar stems and return them to the place of purchase to receive a free replacement handlebar stem. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Deda Elementi toll-free at (866) 514-5522 anytime, visit the firm's Web site www.dedaelementi.com, or email the firm at dedusa@dedaelementi.com To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08385.html       comments Follow @Pro_Cycling Tweet Subscribe via RSS or daily email Contact the editor about this article