Recalls / 2011-09-22
Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
11330 · Recalled 2011-09-22 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the following nine, 2011 model year bicycles with Advanced Group carbon forks: Sirrus Expert, Sirrus Comp, Sirrus Elite, Vita Expert, Vita Comp, Vita Elite, Vita Elite Step Thru, Tricross Sport, Tricross, and Tricross Comp. All bicycles have the brand name "Specialized" on the lower front frame tube. The model name is on the top tube.
Hazards
The brake component housed within the bicycle's carbon fork can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.
Reported injuries
The company has received two reports of the brake component disengaging from the carbon fork. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free repair or replacement carbon fork.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Bicycles with Advanced Group carbon forks | About 14,200 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Advanced Group
- Distributor
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Authorized Specialized Retailers nationwide, 000.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.specialized.com
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Source: CPSC recall 11330. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.