Specialized Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard
Recalled Specialized S-Works Venge Vias bicycle
Road bicycles
Recall Date: October 11th, 2016 Units: About 1,000 Hazards:
The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders. Remedies:
Repair
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.
Description
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.
Images:
Recalled Specialized S-Works Venge Vias bicycle
Recalled Specialized Venge Pro Vias bicycle
Consumer Contact:
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.
Injuries:
The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle's rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Retailers:
Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
Importers:
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.