# Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2006-06-22 · 06195 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 06195
- **Date:** 2006-06-22
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate

## 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.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Specialized-Bicycle-Components-Inc-Recalls-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-Hazard)
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