CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars"

This recall was issued November 29, 2001.

Company: Profile-Design Llc, Of Long Beach Calif.
Posted: November 29, 2001
Recall Number: 02054
Quantity: About 8,400
Official Source: View on CPSC website ↗

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.

Action Taken

Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to receive two free replacement brackets.

Product Images

Recalled "Aero bars" handlebar extensions

Incidents & Injuries

Profile-Design has received one report of a bracket on one of the aero bars loosening, resulting in a rider crashing and suffering a broken rib and abrasions.