CPSC2005-07-25
CPSC, VisionTech USA, Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycle Aero Bars
VisionTech USA, Inc., of Auburn, Wash.
Hazard
The centerpiece of these bicycle aero bars can crack or break, causing the bicycle rider to lose control and crash.
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.
Sold at
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide, from March 2002 through March 2003, for about $435.
Affected count
About 280
Injuries reported
VisionTech has received two reports of the centerpiece of these aero bars breaking, resulting in minor scrapes and abrasions.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
VisionTech USA SuperMax, TriMax, TriMax Plus and Pro model Integrated Bicycle Aero Bars
Consumer contact
VisionTech USA, Inc. toll-free at 877-743-3372 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-VisionTech-USA-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Aero-Bars-Don't want to check this manually?
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