CPSC, Specialized Announce Recall of Brake Rotors On Mountain Bikes
CPSC recall 04522 · announced December 10, 2003 · Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif · 250 units affected
The product
These are 2004 S Works Enduro and 2004 Enduro Expert mountain bikes with 8-inch brake rotors in the front.
The hazard
During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of control and fall from the bicycle.
What to do (per CPSC)
Specialized has agreed to replace the 8-inch brake rotors on these bikes with 6-inch rotors at no cost to the consumer. Consumers should stop riding these bikes and return them to an authorized retailer.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Authorized Specialized retailers, during September 2003, for between $2,390 and $4,880.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Specialized at (800) 432-4144 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.