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Product Recall Number: 13-102

Why was Bicycles and frame sets recalled?

The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.

Bicycles and frame sets
Here's product recall specific data for Bicycles and frame sets.

  • Product Recall Number: 13-102

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2013-01-25

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: Bicycles and frame sets

  • Description: The 2012 and 2013 model road bicycles and framesets come in various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the frame. The model name "Tarmac SL4,” “Crux” or "Secteur” is also located on the frame. The recall includes all models of the 2012 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Crux and 2013 Secteur Disc. The model year and style names are on the sales documents.

  • Hazard Description: The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Replace

  • Units: About 12,200

  • Incidents: Two incidents were reported, one involving a fall with facial injuries and lacerations requiring stitches.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and take them to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a free repair.

  • Sold At: Authorized Specialized dealers nationwide from July 2011 through January 2013 for between $990 to $11,000.

  • Importers: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.

  • Manufacturers: Topkey, of Taiwan for the forks; and Merida Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan for the bicycles

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: Taiwan

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed