CPSCJuly 15, 2015

Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle

Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle

Why was Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle recalled?

The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund. Contact: Specialized at (800) 722-4423 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.specialized.com and click on the Safety Notices link under the Support column on the bottom.

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
Pedal Axle Extenders
Company
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Quantity
About 6,500 (in addition about 380 were sold in Canada)
Sold at
Authorized Specialized retailers and online at www.specialized.com from January 2009 to June 2015 for about $40.
Recall date
July 15, 2015
Incidents / injuries
There have been 10 reports of the pedal extenders breaking, including two reports of minor injuries, involving scrapes and bruises.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Specialized Body Geometry Pedal Axle Extenders that are used to extend the outward reach of the pedals. They are sold in pairs and mount directly into the bicycle crank arms. Pedal extenders are made of stainless steel and fit a 9/16 inch pedal thread. They are labeled with an "L" and an "R".

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