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Product recall · CPSCOctober 11, 2016Serious
Specialized Road Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection.
Who to contact: Specialized at 800-722-4423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.specialized.com on Safety Notices for more information.
The product
This recall involves 2016 Specialized S-Works Venge Vias and Venge Pro Vias road bicycles. They were sold in black, white, red and black, white and black and green and blue color combinations. An S-works or Specialized decal can be found on the downtube.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- October 11, 2016
- Brand
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle's rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
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 Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Injury 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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