CPSC recall 09-197, announced April 21, 2009, covers Specialized 2009 Model Bicycles (about 14,000 units). The handlebars can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free replacement handlebar. Recall contact: call (877) 808-8154, or go to www.specialized.com.
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Affected model numbers
The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar.
Which products are included?
This recall involves HL handlebars on the following 2009 Specialized bicycles: Cross Trail Comp, Myka HT Comp, Myka HT Elite, Rockhopper, Rockhopper Comp and Rockhopper Comp 29. The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebars can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
Specialized has received two reports of the handlebar breaking during use, one of which caused a rider to suffer head trauma which resulted in unconsciousness and a puncture wound to the arm.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free replacement handlebar.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-197
- Units
- About 14,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for between $640 and $1,050.
- Importer
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Specialized 2009 Model Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.specialized.com
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