CPSC2018-02-15
Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Hazard
The fork on the bicycle can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized Retailer for instructions on how to receive a free installation of a new fork.
Sold at
Authorized Specialized retailers nationwide from July 2017 through December 2017 for between $750 and $1,200.
Affected count
About 5,550 in the U.S. (In addition, about 390 were sold in Canada and 260 in Mexico.)
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of cracking in the fork. No crashes or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bicycles
Consumer contact
An Authorized Specialized Retailer directly or Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. toll-free at 877-808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email ridercare@specialized.com or online at www.specialized.com and click on “Safety Notices” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Specialized-Bicycle-Components-Recalls-Bicycles-Due-to-Crash-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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