CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars"
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2055.
The aero bars are handlebar extensions that either mount in the center of the handlebars or are sold as a complete handlebar and stem system. The aero bars allow riders to ride in an aerodynamic crouching position. The recall includes "Carbon X"™ and "Carbon Stryke"™ aero bars. The Carbon X aero bar is a complete bicycle handlebar and stem system, and includes the writing "Profile Design" and "Carbon X." The Carbon Stryke aero bar attaches to existing bicycle handlebars, and includes the writing "Profile Design" and "Carbon Stryke." Both aero bars are black. Aero bar ZB brackets that are welded together or have a spring-loaded flip-up design are not part of the recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2055.
Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to receive two free replacement brackets.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Independent Bicycle Stores Worldwide Sold The Recalled Aero Bars. The Carbon X Aero Bars Were Sold, From August 1999 Through November 2001, For About $349, And The Carbon Stryke Aero Bars Were Sold, From May 1999 Through November 2001, For About $139. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2055.
For more information, consumers should contact Profile-Design at (888) 800-5999 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.profile-design.com
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Independent Bicycle Stores Worldwide Sold The Recalled Aero Bars. The Carbon X Aero Bars Were Sold, From August 1999 Through November 2001, For About $349, And The Carbon Stryke Aero Bars Were Sold, From May 1999 Through November 2001, For About $139. Recall FAQ
Independent Bicycle Stores Worldwide Sold The Recalled Aero Bars. The Carbon X Aero Bars Were Sold, From August 1999 Through November 2001, For About $349, And The Carbon Stryke Aero Bars Were Sold, From May 1999 Through November 2001, For About $139. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, Profile-Design LLC Announce Recall of Bicycle "Aero Bars". The notice was published on November 29, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 8,400 units are potentially affected.