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CPSC recall · Reported May 9, 2017

Profile Design Recalls Bicycle Handlebar Stems Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard

The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.

Recall #
17147
Affected scope
About 9,700 in the U.S. (135 were sold in Canada)
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Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif. recalled This recall involves Profile Design Cobra S carbon-wrapped black handlebar stems sold ind….

Profile Design Recalls Bicycle Handlebar Stems Due to Loss of Control and Crash Hazard was recalled by Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif. in May 9, 2017. Reason: The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and co…. Verify recall #17147 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash..

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May 9, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17147 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

This recall involves Profile Design Cobra S carbon-wrapped black handlebar stems sold individually and as original equipment on the following Kestrel, Fuji, Jamis and Scott bicycle models: 2009 Kestrel Talon SL Tri Ultegra, 2009 Kestrel Evoke SL, 2009 Kestrel Airfoil Pro SL, 2009 Kestrel Talon SL, 2010 Kestrel Talon SL Tri- Ultegra, 2010 Kestrel Talon Tri- Force, 2010 Kestrel Airfoil Pro SL/Airfoil Pro SL (650c), 2010 Kestrel Talon Road SL, 2010 Kestrel 4000 SL, Fuji 2009 D-6 Pro, Fuji 2010 D-6 Pro, Fuji 2010 D-6 Matt Reed, Jamis 2010 Xenith T2, Scott 2008 CR1 Plasma LTD (model# 209562), Scott 2009 Plasma Premium (model # 212052) and Scott 2010 Plasma Premium (model # 215722). The stems were sold in seven lengths or sizes including 60 mm, 70 mm, 80 mm, 90 mm, 100 mm, 110 mm and 120 mm. "Profile Design" and "Cobra S" are printed in white on the black handlebar stems. Only black stems are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and contact Profile Design for instructions to receive a free replacement stem.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 17147
Date reported May 9, 2017
Date initiated May 9, 2017
Recalling firm Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif.
Affected scope About 9,700 in the U.S. (135 were sold in Canada)
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 immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and contact Profile Design for instructions to…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Profile Design Cobra S carbon-wrapped black handlebar stems sold individually and as original equipment on the following Kestrel, Fuji, Jamis and Scott bicycle models: 2009 Kestrel Talon SL Tri Ultegra, 2009 Kestrel Evoke SL, 2009 Kestrel Airfoil Pro SL, 2009 Kestrel Talon SL, 2010 Kestrel Talon SL Tri- Ultegra, 2010 Kestrel Talon Tri- Force, 2010 Kestrel Airfoil Pro SL/Airfoil Pro SL (650c), 2010 Kestrel Talon Road SL, 2010 Kestrel 4000 SL, Fuji 2009 D-6 Pro, Fuji 2010 D-6 Pro, Fuji 2010 D-6 Matt Reed, Jamis 2010 Xenith T2, Scott 2008 CR1 Plasma LTD (model# 209562), Scott 2009 Plasma Premium (model # 212052) and Scott 2010 Plasma Premium (model # 215722). The stems were sold in seven lengths or sizes including 60 mm, 70 mm, 80 mm, 90 mm, 100 mm, 110 mm and 120 mm. "Profile Design" and "Cobra S" are printed in white on the black handlebar stems. Only black stems are included in this recall.. Recalled by Profile Design LLC, of Carson, Calif.. Units affected: About 9,700 in the U.S. (135 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and contact Profile Design for instructions to receive a free replacement stem.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 9, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17147.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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