Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Serious Fall Hazard
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The hazard
The handlebars can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents reported: Specialized has received two reports of the handlebar breaking during use, one of which caused a rider to suffer head trauma which resulted in unconsciousness and a puncture wound to the arm.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free replacement handlebar.
Contact: For additional information, please 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
About this recall
This recall involves HL handlebars on the following 2009 Specialized bicycles: Cross Trail Comp, Myka HT Comp, Myka HT Elite, Rockhopper, Rockhopper Comp and Rockhopper Comp 29. The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC