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CPSCRecalled Jan 31, 2012 · #12096

Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Hazard

The brake component housed within the bicycle's carbon fork can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.

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Description

This recall involves the 2012 Tricross Sport and 2012 Tricross Comp model bicycles. The bicycles are various colors and have the brand name "Specialized" on the lower front frame tube. The model name "Tricross Sport" or "Tricross Comp" is on the top tube.

Product details

Product
2012 Bicycles with Advanced Group carbon forks
Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Manufacturer
Advanced Group of Taiwan
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Authorized Specialized retailers nationwide from June 2011 through November 2011 for between $1,250 to $2,000.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free repair or replacement carbon fork.

View the official CPSC notice