Specialized recalls 2012 Source Eleven and Expert Disc bikes with Supernova hubs due to front wheel loosening risk. Get free replacement hubs from authorized dealers.
The set screws in the front hub of the recalled bicycles can loosen and stop the front wheel from turning, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Specialized is recalling 2012 model Source Eleven and Source Expert Disc bicycles that have a front hub which can loosen and cause falls. This hazard requires immediate action to prevent injury.
The set screws in the front hub can loosen over time, causing the front wheel to stop turning. This may lead to the bicycle falling, which could cause injury to the rider.
Owners of 2012 Source Eleven or Source Expert Disc bicycles with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs are affected. Riders using these bikes without the fix are at risk of falling.
Check for the brand name "Specialized" on the down tube and "Source Eleven" or "Source Expert" on the top tube. The front hubs have model numbers like 1207, 1208, 1226, 1227, 1228, 1241, 1254, 1263, 1284, or 1344.
Immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles to prevent falls.
Bring the bicycle to an authorized Specialized dealer for a free replacement front wheel and new Supernova front hub.
Customers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and bring them to an authorized Specialized dealer for a free replacement front wheel and new Supernova front hub. For a list of authorized dealers go to www.specialized.com/ and click on Dealers in the upper right hand corner of the page.
Only 2012 model year Source Eleven and Source Expert Disc bicycles with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs.
Look for "Specialized" on the down tube and "Source Eleven" or "Source Expert" on the top tube. Check the front hub model numbers: 1207, 1208, 1226, 1227, 1228, 1241, 1254, 1263, 1284, or 1344.
Authorized Specialized dealers offer free replacement front wheels and hubs. Visit www.specialized.com and click on Dealers in the upper right corner.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Specialized to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1590 — Specialized 2012 Source Eleven and Source Expert Disc bicycles with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs Hello, I own a 2012 Source Eleven and Source Expert Disc bicycles with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs that is covered by recall 1590 from Specialized. The official recall notice states: Customers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and bring them to an authorized Specialized dealer for a free replacement front wheel and new Supernova front hub. For a list of authorized dealers go to www.specialized.com/ and click on Dealers in the upper right hand corner of the page. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
