CPSC recall · Reported November 29, 2001
CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars"
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.
Profile-Design LLC, of Long Beach Calif. recalled The aero bars are handlebar extensions that either mount in the center of the handlebars ….
CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars" was recalled by Profile-Design LLC, of Long Beach Calif. in November 29, 2001. Reason: The brackets that attach the aero bars' forearm pads, where riders rest their arms, can loosen or separate du…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to…. Verify recall #02054 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Profile-Design LLC, of Long Beach Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The brackets that attach the aero bars' forearm pads, where riders rest their arms, can loosen or separate du….
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- agency class
- November 29, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02054 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to receive two free replacement brackets.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02054 |
| Date reported | November 29, 2001 |
| Date initiated | November 29, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Profile-Design LLC, of Long Beach Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 8,400 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to receive two free replacement brackets.
- Check the recall number (02054) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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