BarJam Brackets recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 29, 2022

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Rockgeist Recalls BarJam Brackets Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

22780

Brand / firm

Rockgeist Bikepack U.S.A., of Asheville, North Carolina

Sold / distributed

Online at www.rockgeist.com from September 2021 through August 2022 for between about $135 and $205.

Why it was recalled

The recalled bracket arms, attached to bicycle handlebars, can crack or break during use, causing the harness and gear to fall while the bicycle is in motion, posing a crash and injury hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves BarJam Brackets. The recalled brackets attach to a bicycle handlebar to hold camping gear while riding. The brackets were sold in black and have the word "rockgeist" in white lettering. Any and all brackets with the word rockgeist in white lettering are included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BarJam Brackets attached to bicycle handlebars, discard them and contact Rockgeist for free redesigned replacement brackets. Rockgeist is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.