CPSC recall 13-181, announced April 25, 2013, covers 3T Design Cervélo Bicycles with Aura Pro Handlebars (about 623 units). The bicycle's handlebar clamps can detach during riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using their bicycles immediately and contact 3T Design to obtain a free repair kit that includes four replacement bolts and instructions. Recall contact: call (800) 223-3207, or go to www.3tcycling.com.
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Which products are included?
The Aura Pro custom bicycle handlebars are original equipment on the 2013 Cervélo P-Series bicycles which come in black, gray and red color combinations. The handlebars are finished in gloss black with "3T," AURA-PRO," and "ULTIMATE-PERFORMANCE" in white on the handlebar's top surface. The recall includes the P3 with Shimano Ultegra and P5 Three with SRAM Red bicycle models. "Cervélo" and "P3" or "P5" appear on the bicycle's frame.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's handlebar clamps can detach during riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
3T Design has received one report of an incident resulting in minor injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using their bicycles immediately and contact 3T Design to obtain a free repair kit that includes four replacement bolts and instructions. Consumers can follow the instructions to replace the handlebar's bolts or take the bicycle to a Cervélo authorized dealer for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- 3T Design
- Manufacturer
- 3T Design Ltd., of Hong Kong
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 13-181
- Units
- About 623 in the United States and 53 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China, United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Cervélo bicycle retailers nationwide from September 2012 through January 2013 for about $3,600 for the P3 with Shimano Ultegra bicycle and about $6,000 for the P5 Three with SRAM Red bicycle with these handlebars.
- Distributor
- Cervélo Cycles Inc., of Toronto, Canada
Cervélo Bicycles with Aura Pro Handlebars
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
3T Design Ltd. at (800) 223-3207 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.3tcycling.com and click on Recall for more information.
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