Aeria Ultimate carbon aerobars recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 11, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Profile Design Recalls Bicycle Carbon Aerobars Due to Crash Hazard

Recall number

20039

Sold / distributed

Independent bicycle stores nationwide from May 2017 through October 2018 for about $1,300 for the aerobar sold individually or between $5,200 and $14,000 as original equipment on bicycles.

Why it was recalled

The bicycle aerobars can crack and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.

What was recalled

This recall involves Profile Design Aeria Ultimate carbon aerobars sold individually and as an original equipment upgrade on consumer configurable Dimond Brand Bikes and Quintana Roo model bicycles. The aerobars were sold in one size and are all matte black in color. "Profile Design" and "Ultimate" are embossed in gloss black on the top of the rear edge of the aerobars. The best way to identify recalled handlebars is to measure the uncut hand extensions from the leading edge of wing to tip of hand extension (where brake lever is placed). On recalled bars it is 13.6 cm (5.3 in) measured from leading edge of wing.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled aerobars and contact Profile Design for instructions to receive a free replacement aerobar via their local retailer.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.