The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·22222·Announced 2022-09-15

Cervélo R5 and Caledonia-5 Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard

Cervélo USA recalls about 1,800 Model Year 2022 R5 and Caledonia-5 bicycles and 182 ST31 LT replacement stems because handlebars can slip in the stem, causing loss of control and falls. One injury from a fall has been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Although one injury has been reported from a fall, this is a risk-of-harm product defect where the hazard (handlebar slippage causing loss of control) poses a significant risk of injury. The source text confirms handlebar slippage can cause falls, and one injury has already occurred, placing this at High severity per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Cervélo USA Inc. is recalling approximately 1,800 Model Year 2022 Cervélo R5 and Caledonia-5 bicycles and 182 ST31 LT replacement stems. The handlebars on these bicycles can slip in the stem, causing the rider to lose control and fall.

The firm has received 13 reports of handlebar slippage, including one injury resulting from a fall. Cervélo dealers nationwide sold the recalled bicycles and replacement stems from May 2021 through July 2022 for between $5,000 and $13,000 for bicycles and about $300 for the ST31 LT replacement stems. The bicycles were sold in multiple colors and configurations, and the ST31 LT replacement stems were sold in black only.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and stems and contact their authorized Cervélo dealer to arrange for a free repair to replace the faceplate. For more information, consumers can contact Cervélo toll-free at 833-416-8605 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email [email protected], or visit https://www.cervelo.com/product-recalls.

The recalled product

Product
Model Year 2022 Cervélo R5 and Caledonia-5 bicycles and Cervélo ST31 LT replacement stems
Manufacturer
Cervélo USA Inc., of Aliso Viejo, California
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
  • handlebar-slippage
  • fall-hazard
  • loss-of-control
Affected units
1,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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