CPSCSeptember 29, 2004

CPSC, Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Announce recall

CPSC, Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated

Why was CPSC, Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Announce recalled?

The handlebar may loosen and turn unexpectedly, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the bicycles with these recalled handlebars and return the recalled handlebars to the place of purchase for replacement handlebars. Contact: Contact Specialized at 800-432-4144 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Allez Sport, Allez Elite, Roubaix, and Sequoia Bicycles
Company
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Quantity
About 1,500
Sold at
Specialized retailers, from July 2004 through August 2004, for between $900 and $1,600.
Recall date
September 29, 2004
Incidents / injuries
Specialized has received two reports of the handlebars loosening. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled handlebars were sold on the 2005 Allez Sport, 2005 Allez Elite, 2005 Roubaix (base model) and 2005 Sequoia (base model) bicycles. The model names are on the frame of the handlebar.

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