Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-01-25). Hazards: fall. Models: SL4. About 12,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13102 |
| Published | 2013-01-25 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-15 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Specialized Bicycle Components Tarmac SL4 Crux Secteur Road Bicycles and Frame Sets |
| Firm named in the title | Specialized Bicycle Components |
| Firms | Topkey, of Taiwan (forks) (manufacturer); Merida Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan (bicycles) (manufacturer); Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 12,200 |
| Model numbers | SL4 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Specialized dealers nationwide from July 2011 through January 2013 for between $990 to $11,000. |
Description
The 2012 and 2013 model road bicycles and framesets come in various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the frame. The model name "Tarmac SL4," "Crux" or "Secteur" is also located on the frame. The recall includes all models of the 2012 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Crux and 2013 Secteur Disc. The model year and style names are on the sales documents.
Hazard
The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and take them to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Two incidents were reported, one involving a fall with facial injuries and lacerations requiring stitches.
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