April 22, 2009
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. is recalling about 14,000 bicycles. The handlebars can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
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.
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.
The bicycles, made in China, were sold by authorized dealers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for between $640 and $1,050.
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized dealer for a free replacement handlebar.
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 firms web site at www.specialized.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
