Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Aerobars Due to Fall Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 15-104 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- March 26, 2015
- Brand
- Specialized Bicycle Components
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars
- Hazard
- Fall Hazard
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Remedy
- Replace
- Units
- About 8,300
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Last updated by CPSC
- March 26, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves carbon and alloy Aerobars sold individually and with model years 2012 through 2015 Specialized Shiv bicycles and model year 2013 Specialized Transition Apex bicycles. The carbon Aerobar was sold in black with a white Specialized logo on the top side of the handlebar, and the alloy model was sold in black with no markings.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars · About 8,300 units
Photos from the recall notice



Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Authorized Specialized Bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.specialized.com from November 2011 to February 2015 for between $200 and $575.; Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received four reports of the Aerobars bolt loosening. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Specialized Bicycle Components at (800) 722-4423 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, an authorized Specialized dealer or visit the firm's website at www.specialized.com and click on "Safety Notices" for more information.
Recall history and context
Specialized Bicycle Components appears in 23 CPSC recalls on record. See all Specialized Bicycle Components recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars (About 8,300 units). This recall involves carbon and alloy Aerobars sold individually and with model years 2012 through 2015 Specialized Shiv bicycles and model year 2013 Specialized Transition Apex bicycles.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled aerobars and contact Specialized Bicycle Components to receive replacement extension mounting hardware.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on March 26, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.