CPSCGeneral Alert
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
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Pedal-Axle-Extenders-Recalled-by-Specialized-Bicycle-Components |
| Title | Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15184.extenders.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Pedal Axle Extenders |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15184.extenders-installed.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Pedal Axle Extenders as installed |
| Hazards › Name | The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | There have been 10 reports of the pedal extenders breaking, including two reports of minor injuries, involving scrapes and bruises. |
| Products › Name | Pedal Axle Extenders |
| Products › Type | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 68242 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 6,500 (in addition about 380 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 6442 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Authorized Specialized retailers and online at www.specialized.com from January 2009 to June 2015 for about $40. |
| Recall Date | 2015-07-15T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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". |
| Recall Number | 15184 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/54206r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Specialized 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 Date | 2015-07-15T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |
Overview
- Recalling FirmSpecialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.