Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 10219 · announced May 5, 2010 · Specialized Bicycle Components · 1,350 units affected
The product
This recall involves alloy seat stays on the following 2010 Specialized 26" Era and 26" Epic bicycles: 2010 Epic Marathon Carbon, 2010 Epic Marathon Frame, 2010 Epic Expert Carbon, 2010 Epic Expert, 2010 Epic Comp Carbon, 2010 Epic Comp, 2010 Era FSR Expert Carb, 2010 Era FSR Expert and 2010 Era FSR Comp.
The hazard
The shock absorber mount can break and the shock absorber can make contact with the wheel spokes, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Authorized dealers nationwide from September 2009 through October 2009 for between $2,000 through $5,500.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.specialized.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.