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🧸 Product FR SI April 3, 2026

SUNN — Vélos de course

Racing and gravel bicycle. Several models are affected.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
SUNN — Vélos de course
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Hobby/sports equipment
Hazard
One of the top screws that fixes the handlebars to the stem could easily break, which could cause the handlebars to rotate and the cyclist losing balance and falling, causing injuries.
Origin
Taiwan

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Making the marketing of the product subject to prior conditions
  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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What is this? SUNN brand racing bikes may have a weak top screw that holds the handlebars in place. This screw could break while you ride.

What's happening? If the screw breaks, the handlebars may turn suddenly. This could make you lose control and fall.

Does this affect me? This problem is in some SUNN racing bikes sold in France and Slovenia.

What should I do? Stop using the bike and ask your bike shop or a mechanic to check the screw right away.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Hobby/sports equipment · Hazard: One of the top screws that fixes the handlebars to the stem could easily break, which could cause the handlebars to rotate and the cyclist losing balance and falling, causing injuries. · Origin: Taiwan

First published
April 3, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098379

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What is this product recall alert about?
SUNN — Vélos de course. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Hobby/sports equipment · Hazard: One of the top screws that fixes the handlebars to the stem could easily break, which could cause the handlebars to rotate and the cyclist losing balance and falling, causing injuries. · Origi...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 3, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: France and Slovenia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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