CPSC2017-03-28
Look Cycle Recalls Aerostems and Road Bikes Due to Fall, Crash Hazards
Hawley LLC, of Lexington, S.C.
Hazard
The stainless steel clamp that secures the stem to the handlebars can corrode and break, posing a fall and crash hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled Aerostems and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair. Consumers unable to return their bicycles should contact Look Cycle for instructions on receiving a free repair.
Sold at
Independent bike stores nationwide from July 2013 through December 2016 for about $500 for the stems sold individually and for between $5,500 and $16,000 installed as original equipment on Look Cycle road 695 and 795 road racing bicycles.
Affected count
About 800
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of the stainless steel clamp on an Aerostem breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
France, Switzerland
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Look Cycle road bikes and Aerostems
Consumer contact
Look Cycle at 800-822-1980 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at aerostemrecall@hawleylambert.com or online at http://www.lookcycle.com/ click on the Safety Notice tab for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Look-Cycle-Recalls-Aerostems--and-Road-BikesDon't want to check this manually?
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