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.
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