CPSC recall · Reported August 30, 2012
Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bike Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard
The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
The CPSC recalled This recall includes Tektro TL-83 brake levers sold on 2012 S-Works Shiv bicycle frame mo….
Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bike Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 30, 2012. Reason: The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can caus…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and ret…. Verify recall #12271 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can caus….
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- agency class
- August 30, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12271 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall includes Tektro TL-83 brake levers sold on 2012 S-Works Shiv bicycle frame modules, 2012 S-Works Shiv TT bicycle frame modules, and sold as aftermarket service parts for these modules. The TL-83 is a version of the TL-720 brake lever, modified with a quick release slot at the top of the lever arm and designed exclusively for use with aerodynamic handlebars (aerobars) sold as original equipment on these modules. They are black aluminum and model number "TL-720" can be read on the side of the lever arm when braking action is applied.
Reason for recall
The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to an authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailer for free replacement brake levers.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12271 |
| Date reported | August 30, 2012 |
| Date initiated | August 30, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 100 (about 600 of the 2010 and 2011 Shiv Modules and 2012 Shiv TT modules were recalled in April 2012) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to an authoriz…
- Check the recall number (12271) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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