Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling 12,200 bicycles and frame sets because the steerer tube in the front fork can break and pose a fall hazard, the Consumer Products Safety Commission reported.
Two incidents have been reported due to the problem, including one involving a fall with facial injuries and lacerations requiring stitches.
The 2012 and 2013 model road bicycles and framesets come in various colors and have the brand name “Specialized” on the frame. The model name “Tarmac SL4,” “Crux” or “Secteur” is also located on the frame. The recall includes all models of the 2012 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Crux and 2013 Secteur Disc. The model year and style names are on the sales documents.
The forks were manufactured by Topkey of Taiwan and the bicycles by Merida Industry Co. Ltd. of Taiwan.
