Chromag Bicycle Stems – Fall and Injury Hazard (2017)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Chromag bicycle stems
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Chromag bicycle stems. The hazard is: The clamping bolts that secure the stem to the fork steerer and/or the handlebars can break, posing . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Chromag bicycle stems used to clamp the fork steerer and/or handlebars. The recalled stems include models BZA, Director, HiFi and Ranger. Only stems with a "Z" marked inside the bolt head are included in this recall. "Chromag" and the model name are printed on the stems. The stems were sold separately from bicycles. Bolts used in the stems are 6 mm in diameter and 20 mm in length. The stems were sold in various colors including black, red, blue, gold, purple and silver.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The clamping bolts that secure the stem to the fork steerer and/or the handlebars can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled stems and contact Chromag for free replacement bolts for the stem.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026