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Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk

UK OPSSEntrapmentNov 3, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk
Photo from the official notice: Specialized Turbo Como IGH, Como SL IGH and Vado IGH Chain Guards for E-Bikes — entrapment risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a risk of injuries as loose clothing may become entrapped in the drivetrain. If this occurs during use, the rider could fall and receive injuries. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. Owners of Specialized e-bikes should check if their e-bike is affected by using the images and product list provided on the Specialized website at: https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/27-march-2025-safety-notice Specialized and authorised retailers have contacted known/registered owners via email/mail. Riders using the Specialized app will receive a recall notification when the app is opened and the bike is paired and switched on. If your bike is affected, make a service appointment with your nearest Authorised Specialized retailer. They will inspect your bike and fit an updated chain guard at no cost.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users

Product description

Multiple models of Specialized e-bikes purchased between 2019 and 2024. If the e-bike has a rear derailleur, it is not a gear hub equipped e-bike and is not affected by the recall.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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