CPSC recall 04-522, announced December 10, 2003, covers Specialized mountain bikes (250 units). During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of control and fall from the bicycle. The notice reports no incidents. Specialized has agreed to replace the 8-inch brake rotors on these bikes with 6-inch rotors at no cost to the consumer. Recall contact: call (800) 432-4144.
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Which products are included?
These are 2004 S Works Enduro and 2004 Enduro Expert mountain bikes with 8-inch brake rotors in the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of control and fall from the bicycle.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Specialized has agreed to replace the 8-inch brake rotors on these bikes with 6-inch rotors at no cost to the consumer. Consumers should stop riding these bikes and return them to an authorized retailer.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 04-522
- Units
- 250
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Specialized retailers, during September 2003, for between $2,390 and $4,880.
Specialized mountain bikes
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Specialized at (800) 432-4144 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.
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