Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #: 13102
Affected scope: About 12,200

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Topkey, of Taiwan (forks) recalled The 2012 and 2013 model road bicycles and framesets come in various colors and have the b….

Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Topkey, of Taiwan (forks) in January 25, 2013. Reason: The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and take them to an authorized deale…. Verify recall #13102 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Topkey, of Taiwan (forks) issued this CPSC recall-The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard..

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agency class: January 25, 2013
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13102 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, 6 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.

Product description

The 2012 and 2013 model road bicycles and framesets come in various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the frame. The model name "Tarmac SL4," "Crux" or "Secteur" is also located on the frame. The recall includes all models of the 2012 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Crux and 2013 Secteur Disc. The model year and style names are on the sales documents.

Reason for recall

The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and take them to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a free repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	13102
Date reported	January 25, 2013
Date initiated	January 25, 2013
Recalling firm	Topkey, of Taiwan (forks)
Affected scope	About 12,200
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 using the bicycles and take them to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a …

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and take them to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a free repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 25, 2013. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13102.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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