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Product recall · CPSCMarch 26, 2015Serious
Specialized Bicycle Components Aerobars
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bolt used to affix the aerobars to the bicycle can loosen, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled aerobars and contact Specialized Bicycle Components to receive replacement extension mounting hardware.
Who to contact: Specialized Bicycle Components at (800) 722-4423 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, an authorized Specialized dealer or visit the firm's website at www.specialized.com and click on "Safety Notices" for more information.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 8,300
- Recall date
- March 26, 2015
- Brand
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of the Aerobars bolt loosening. No injuries have been reported.
Authorized Specialized Bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.specialized.com from November 2011 to February 2015 for between $200 and $575.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Aerobars Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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