CPSC recall 17-008, announced October 11, 2016, covers Road bicycles (about 1,000 units). The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection. Recall contact: call 800-722-4423, or go to www.specialized.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 2016 Specialized S-Works Venge Vias and Venge Pro Vias road bicycles. They were sold in black, white, red and black, white and black and green and blue color combinations. An S-works or Specialized decal can be found on the downtube.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle's rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 17-008
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
- Importer
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Recall contact information
Specialized at 800-722-4423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.specialized.com on Safety Notices for more information.
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