Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Aerobars Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2015-03-26 · 15104
Hazards
The bolt used to affix the aerobars to the bicycle can loosen, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Recall
Number
15104
Date
2015-03-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Authorized Specialized Bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.specialized.com from November 2011 to February 2015 for between $200 and $575.
Importer(s)
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves carbon and alloy Aerobars sold individually and with model years 2012 through 2015 Specialized Shiv bicycles and model year 2013 Specialized Transition Apex bicycles. The carbon Aerobar was sold in black with a white Specialized logo on the top side of the handlebar, and the alloy model was sold in black with no markings.