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Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Name of Product:
2010 26” Epic and 26” Era Bicycles
Hazard:

The shock absorber mount can break and the shock absorber can make contact with the wheel spokes, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
May 05, 2010
Units:
1,350
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s web site at www.specialized.com

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves alloy seat stays on the following 2010 Specialized 26” Era and 26” Epic bicycles: 2010 Epic Marathon Carbon, 2010 Epic Marathon Frame, 2010 Epic Expert Carbon, 2010 Epic Expert, 2010 Epic Comp Carbon, 2010 Epic Comp, 2010 Era FSR Expert Carb, 2010 Era FSR Expert and 2010 Era FSR Comp.

Remedy:

 Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Authorized dealers nationwide from September 2009 through October 2009 for between $2,000 through $5,500.
Importer(s):

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.

Manufactured In:
Taiwan
Recall number:
10-219

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