Profile Design Recalls Bicycle Carbon Aerobars Due to Crash Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8715.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8715.
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.
✅ 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 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. 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-8715.
Profile Design toll-free at 888-800-5999 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.profile-design.com and click on “Recall Notices” or email AeriaUltimateRecall@profile-design.com for more information.
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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. Recall FAQ
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. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Profile Design Recalls Bicycle Carbon Aerobars Due to Crash Hazard. The notice was published on December 11, 2019 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 260 units are potentially affected.