Bicycles
CPSC Recall #12281 — September 24, 2012
Product
Bicycles
Description
The front fork can break on both women's and men's 2008 and 2009 Globe model bicycles.
Hazard
The front fork can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.
Incidents / Injuries
Specialized has received four reports of front forks breaking, resulting in facial fractures, head and shoulder injuries and cuts.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for the free installation of a free replacement fork.
Units Affected
About 12,000
Sold At
Authorized Specialized retailers nationwide from July 2007 to July 2012 for between $550 and $1,100.
Manufacturer
Kinesis, of China
Manufactured In
China