Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-06-22 · 06195
Hazards
The bicycle's stem has a magnesium faceplate that holds the handlebar in place. The faceplates on the recalled stems can crack, allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle, posing a serious fall hazard.
Recall
Number
06195
Date
2006-06-22
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Authorized Specialized retailers from June 2005 through April 2006 as original equipment of the bicycle models referenced above or as an aftermarket item for about $160.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate is black with the words "S-Works" and "Magnesium Faceplate" printed on it. The stems were included as original equipment on the following 2006 bicycles models: S-Works Tarmac, Tarmac Pro, S-Works Roubaix, Roubaix Pro, Allez Pro and S-Works Transition. It was also sold as an aftermarket item under the name S-Works Advanced Composite Mag Road Stem.