Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Reported: January 31, 2012 Initiated: January 31, 2012 #12096
Product Description
This recall involves the 2012 Tricross Sport and 2012 Tricross Comp model bicycles. The bicycles are various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the lower front frame tube. The model name "Tricross Sport" or "Tricross Comp" is on the top tube.
Reason for Recall
The brake component housed within the bicycle's carbon fork can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free repair or replacement carbon fork.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Advanced Group of Taiwan
- Units Affected
- About 460 (About 14,200 were recalled in September 2011)
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the 2012 Tricross Sport and 2012 Tricross Comp model bicycles. The bicycles are various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the lower front frame tube. The model name "Tricross Sport" or "Tricross Comp" is on the top tube.. Recalled by Advanced Group of Taiwan. Units affected: About 460 (About 14,200 were recalled in September 2011).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The brake component housed within the bicycle's carbon fork can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free repair or replacement carbon fork.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 31, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12096.
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