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Product recall · CPSCApril 21, 2009Serious
Specialized Bicycle Components Bicycles
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The handlebars can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free replacement handlebar.
Who to contact: For additional information, please contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.specialized.com
The product
This recall involves HL handlebars on the following 2009 Specialized bicycles: Cross Trail Comp, Myka HT Comp, Myka HT Elite, Rockhopper, Rockhopper Comp and Rockhopper Comp 29. The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar.
Details
- Units affected
- About 14,000
- Recall date
- April 21, 2009
- Brand
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Specialized has received two reports of the handlebar breaking during use, one of which caused a rider to suffer head trauma which resulted in unconsciousness and a puncture wound to the arm.
Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for between $640 and $1,050.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Serious Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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