Recalled Specialized S-Works Venge Vias bicycle
Recalled Specialized Venge Pro Vias bicycle
The road bicycle’s rear wheel can come out of the dropout, causing fractures in the rear triangle. This presents an injury hazard to riders.
Specialized at 800-722-4423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.specialized.com on Safety Notices for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves 2016 Specialized S-Works Venge Vias and Venge Pro Vias road bicycles. They were sold in black, white, red and black, white and black and green and blue color combinations. An S-works or Specialized decal can be found on the downtube.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection.
The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle’s rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Related Recalls
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