CPSC official recall · 05229

CPSC, VisionTech USA, Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Aero Bars

召回日期:2005-07-25官方最后发布:2024-10-22适用地区:美国
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危险说明 Hazard

  • The centerpiece of these bicycle aero bars can crack or break, causing the bicycle rider to lose control and crash.

受影响产品

VisionTech USA SuperMax, TriMax, TriMax Plus and Pro model Integrated Bicycle Aero Bars
Units:About 280

官方描述 Description

Aero bars are handlebar extensions typically used on racing and triathlon bicycles that either clip on to the handlebars or are sold as an integrated handlebar and stem system. The aero bars allow riders to ride in an aerodynamic crouching position. The recalled aero bars are an integrated system, having a cast aluminumm centerpiece, which is attached to a handlebar, a stem and two aero bars, each approximately 15 inches long, protruding in front of the handlebar. The VisionTech logo is displayed in gold lettering against a black background on the wings of the bar. Bicycle aero bars bearing a silver and red decal on the wings with the words "Vision by Full Speed Ahead" are not included in this recall.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

  • VisionTech has received two reports of the centerpiece of these aero bars breaking, resulting in minor scrapes and abrasions.

官方补救措施 Remedy

  • Consumers should stop using the bicycle aero bars immediately and contact VisionTech USA, Inc. to have their aero bars tested. A free replacement will be provided for any bicycle aero bars found defective.

消费者联系信息

VisionTech USA, Inc. toll-free at 877-743-3372 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

相关企业

制造商:VisionTech USA, Inc., of Auburn, Wash.

制造国家/地区:United States

零售商:Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2002 through March 2003, for about $435.