Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Aerobars Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-03-26). Hazards: fall. About 8,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15104 |
| Published | 2015-03-26 |
| Last updated | 2015-03-26 |
| Product category | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products | Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars |
| Firm named in the title | Specialized Bicycle Components |
| Firms | Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 8,300 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Specialized Bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.specialized.com from November 2011 to February 2015 for between $200 and $575. |
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.
Hazard
The bolt used to affix the aerobars to the bicycle can loosen, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled aerobars and contact Specialized Bicycle Components to receive replacement extension mounting hardware.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of the Aerobars bolt loosening. No injuries have been reported.
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