Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle
Recall 15184 · Jul 15, 2015 · Specialized Bicycle Components Inc.
6,500
units affected
6,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 15184
- Date
- Jul 15, 2015
- Company
- Specialized Bicycle Components Inc.
- Units affected
- 6,500
- Product
- Pedal Axle Extenders
- Product type
- Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves Specialized Body Geometry Pedal Axle Extenders that are used to extend the outward reach of the pedals. They are sold in pairs and mount directly into the bicycle crank arms. Pedal extenders are made of stainless steel and fit a 9/16 inch pedal thread. They are labeled with an "L" and an "R".
What can happen
The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been 10 reports of the pedal extenders breaking, including two reports of minor injuries, involving scrapes and bruises.
- Sold at
- Authorized Specialized retailers and online at www.specialized.com from January 2009 to June 2015 for about $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled pedal axle extenders?
Consumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.