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Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard (09198)

U.S. CPSCFallsApr 21, 2009
Recalled Bicycle
Recalled Bicycle
Recalled Bicycle
Recalled Bicycle
Recalled Bicycle Single Rivet Cable Stop
Recalled Bicycle Single Rivet Cable Stop
Non-Recalled Bicycle Double Rivet Cable Stop
Non-Recalled Bicycle Double Rivet Cable Stop

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Hazard

The cable stop on the bicycle can loosen, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the bike.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using their bicycle and return their bicycle to a Specialized authorized dealer for an approved repair, at no cost to consumer.

Incidents & injuries

Specialized received reports of two falls that resulted in fractures requiring medical attention and surgery.

Product description

The recalled bicycles are as follows: 2004 Roubaix Comp 18, 2004 Roubaix Comp 27, 2004 Roubaix Pro 18, and 2004 Roubaix Pro frameset models. Only bicycles with a single rivet fastening the cable stop to the frame are subject to recall. The cable stop is attached through bonding materials and a single rivet mounted at the front of the bicycle. The cables pass through eyelets in the cable stop on the down tube. Bicycles with a double rivet fastening the cable stop to the frame are not subject to recall. The model names of the recalled bicycles can be found on the top tube of the bicycles.

Sold on

Specialized authorized dealers nationwide from September 2003 through August 2004 for between $1,600 and $4,000.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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