CPSC recall 19-104, announced April 11, 2019, covers Specialized Roubaix, Ruby, Diverge, and Sirrus Bicycles with steerer tube collars (about 63,000 units). The bicycle's steerer tube collar can crack if exposed to corrosion resulting in sudden loss of steering control, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Specialized Retailer for a free repair of the steerer tube collar. Recall contact: call 877-808-8154, go to www.specialized.com, or email ridercare@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 select Specialized Roubaix, Ruby, Diverge and Sirrus bicycles equipped with a Future Shock from the 2017 through 2019 model years. The bikes come in a variety of colors and include S-works, Pro, Expert, Comp, Elite, E5 Comp, Sport and Base models. 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 steerer tube collar can crack if exposed to corrosion resulting in sudden loss of steering control, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports involving cracking in the steerer tube collar. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Specialized Retailer for a free repair of the steerer tube collar.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 19-104
- Units
- About 63,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Specialized Retailers nationwide from July 2016 through January 2019 for between $1,650 and $11,500.
- Importer
- Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Recall contact information
Specialized Bicycle Components toll-free at 877-808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email ridercare@specialized.com or online at www.specialized.com and click on “Safety Notices” or contact an Authorized Specialized Retailer for more information.
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