Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Serious Fall Hazard

Recall at a glance

What was recalled

This recall involves HL handlebars on the following 2009 Specialized bicycles: Cross Trail Comp, Myka HT Comp, Myka HT Elite, Rockhopper, Rockhopper Comp and Rockhopper Comp 29. The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

• Specialized 2009 Model Bicycles · About 14,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Authorized dealers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for between $640 and $1,050.; Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Specialized has received two reports of the handlebar breaking during use, one of which caused a rider to suffer head trauma which resulted in unconsciousness and a puncture wound to the arm.

Consumer contact

For additional information, please 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 history and context

Specialized Bicycle Components appears in 23 CPSC recalls on record. See all Specialized Bicycle Components recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

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