CPSC recall 06-195, announced June 22, 2006, covers Specialized Bicycle Components Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate (about 2,700 units). The bicycle's stem has a magnesium faceplate that holds the handlebar in place. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding the bicycles that have the recalled stems immediately and take them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free replacement faceplate. Recall contact: call (877) 808-8154, or go to www.Specialized.com.
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Which products are included?
The SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate is black with the words "S-Works" and "Magnesium Faceplate" printed on it. The stems were included as original equipment on the following 2006 bicycles models: S-Works Tarmac, Tarmac Pro, S-Works Roubaix, Roubaix Pro, Allez Pro and S-Works Transition. It was also sold as an aftermarket item under the name S-Works Advanced Composite Mag Road Stem.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's stem has a magnesium faceplate that holds the handlebar in place. The faceplates on the recalled stems can crack, allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle, posing a serious fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Specialized has received five reports of the magnesium faceplate exhibiting cracks. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding the bicycles that have the recalled stems immediately and take them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free replacement faceplate.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 06-195
- Units
- About 2,700
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Specialized retailers from June 2005 through April 2006 as original equipment of the bicycle models referenced above or as an aftermarket item for about $160.
Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Specialized at (877) 808-8154 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.Specialized.com
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