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Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle

Published: July 15, 2015Recall ID: 15184Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.

Product Description & Identification

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".

Affected Products

Pedal Axle Extenders

Additional Source Details

FieldValue
U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Pedal-Axle-Extenders-Recalled-by-Specialized-Bicycle-Components
TitlePedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15184.extenders.jpg
Images › 1 › CaptionRecalled Pedal Axle Extenders
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15184.extenders-installed.jpg
Images › 2 › CaptionRecalled Pedal Axle Extenders as installed
Hazards › NameThe Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.
Injuries › NameThere have been 10 reports of the pedal extenders breaking, including two reports of minor injuries, involving scrapes and bruises.
Products › NamePedal Axle Extenders
Products › TypeBicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Products › Category I D68242
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 6,500 (in addition about 380 were sold in Canada)
Recall I D6442
Remedies › NameConsumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund.
Retailers › NameAuthorized Specialized retailers and online at www.specialized.com from January 2009 to June 2015 for about $40.
Recall Date2015-07-15T00:00:00
DescriptionThis 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".
Recall Number15184
Manufacturers › NameSpecialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Remedy Options › OptionRefund
Inconjunctions › U R Lhttp://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/54206r-eng.php
Consumer ContactSpecialized at (800) 722-4423 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.specialized.com and click on the Safety Notices link under the Support column on the bottom.
Last Publish Date2015-07-15T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryTaiwan

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  • Recalling FirmSpecialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Recall Hazard Severity
Caution (Class III)
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