Specialized Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC recall 17008 · announced October 11, 2016 · Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (specialized) · 1,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves 2016 Specialized S-Works Venge Vias and Venge Pro Vias road bicycles. They were sold in black, white, red and black, white and black and green and blue color combinations. An S-works or Specialized decal can be found on the downtube.
The hazard
The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle's rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Sold at: Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
Consumer contact: Specialized at 800-722-4423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.specialized.com on Safety Notices for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.