CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars"
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-11-29 · 02054
Hazards
The brackets that attach the aero bars' forearm pads, where riders rest their arms, can loosen or separate during use, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
Recall
Number
02054
Date
2001-11-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
"Aero bars" handlebar extensions
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Profile-Design LLC, of Long Beach Calif.
Retailer(s)
Independent bicycle stores worldwide sold the recalled aero bars. The Carbon X aero bars were sold, from August 1999 through November 2001, for about $349, and the Carbon Stryke aero bars were sold, from May 1999 through November 2001, for about $139.
Description
The aero bars are handlebar extensions that either mount in the center of the handlebars or are sold as a complete handlebar and stem system. The aero bars allow riders to ride in an aerodynamic crouching position. The recall includes "Carbon X"™ and "Carbon Stryke"™ aero bars. The Carbon X aero bar is a complete bicycle handlebar and stem system, and includes the writing "Profile Design" and "Carbon X." The Carbon Stryke aero bar attaches to existing bicycle handlebars, and includes the writing "Profile Design" and "Carbon Stryke." Both aero bars are black. Aero bar ZB brackets that are welded together or have a spring-loaded flip-up design are not part of the recall.