CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The bicycle's rear wheel can come out of the dropout causing fractures in the rear triangle; presenting an injury hazard to riders.
Specialized Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Injury Hazard
This recall involves 2016 Specialized S-Works Venge Vias and Venge Pro Vias road bicycles. They were sold in black, white, red and black, white and black and green and blue color combinations. An S-works or Specialized decal can be found on the downtube.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an Authorized Specialized retailer for free installation of a new rear derailleur hanger and a safety inspection.
Contact Information
Specialized at 800-722-4423 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.specialized.com on Safety Notices for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Authorized Specialized Retailers from July 2015 through September 2016 for between $6,200 and $12,900.
Injuries
The firm has received seven reports of fractures in the bicycle's rear triangle, including one report of a rider suffering a minor injury.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
17008
Product Information
Product Name
Road bicycles
Number of Units
About 1,000
Imported By
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. (Specialized), of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Manufactured In
China