Cervélo P5 bicycles with 3T Aduro aero handlebars

CPSC Recall #14-099 — February 4, 2014

Recall #14-099 Date: February 4, 2014 Remedy: Refund, Replace

Product

Cervélo P5 bicycles with 3T Aduro aero handlebars

Description

On 2012 and 2013 Cervélo P5 bicycles, the forward extension mounts can detach from the base bar and cause the rider to lose control.

Hazard

The forward extension mounts can detach from the base bar while riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury.

Incidents / Injuries

3T Design has received 28 reports of incidents, including one report of a broken collar bone and four reports of abrasions.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact 3T Design to have the recalled handlebars replaced free of charge with a modified set of Aduro aero handlebars installed with the high or low mount. Consumers who also purchased the ultra-low mount can receive: a full refund for the ultra-low mount and a free modified Aduro aero base bar for use with the originally purchased low mount or replacement of the Aduro aero handlebars with 3T Mistral aero handlebars with a low-position mount, which places a rider in a position similar to the Aduro ultra-low position mount.   

Units Affected

About 1,300 in the U.S. and about 225 in Canada

Sold At

Cervélo retailers nationwide from May 2012 to August 2013 for between $7,000 and $10,000.

Manufactured In

China

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Refund, Replace. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.