Profile Design is recalling about 9,700 Cobra S carbon-wrapped black handlebar stems because they can corrode and break while in use. The firm has received at least 10 reports of these stems breaking, including one report of an injury where a rider lost control after the stem failed. These stems were sold individually and as original equipment on specific bicycle models from Kestrel, Fuji, Jamis, and Scott between January 2007 and December 2013. Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with these stems and contact Profile Design for a free replacement.
The handlebar stems can corrode and snap unexpectedly, causing the rider to lose steering control and crash. This hazard has already resulted in at least one reported injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and contact Profile Design for instructions to receive a free replacement stem.
Recalled Cobra S handlebar stem
Recalled Cobra S handlebar stem
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response