Quality Bicycle Products Carbon Handlebars and Bicycles Recall
Injury Hazard.
CPSC recall #23086 · announced Jan 5, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
How to identify the recalled product
| Product | Bicycle handlebars and bicycles |
| Units recalled | About 8,740 (In addition, about 350 were sold in Canada) |
The recall
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.
Reported incidents
QBP has received 37 reports of the handlebars cracking or fracturing while in use. No injuries have been reported.
What consumers should do now
Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact the company for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.
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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Carbon Handlebars and Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard”. Read the official CPSC notice