The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·09198·Announced 2009-04-21

Specialized Recalls Roubaix Bicycles Due to Cable Stop Fall Hazard

Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling approximately 3,000 Roubaix Comp and Pro bicycles because a cable stop can loosen, causing the rider to lose control and fall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in a vehicle (bicycle) that has resulted in reported injuries requiring medical attention and surgery, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. is recalling approximately 3,000 2004 Roubaix Comp and Roubaix Pro bicycles due to a fall hazard. The recall affects specific models, including the 2004 Roubaix Comp 18, 2004 Roubaix Comp 27, 2004 Roubaix Pro 18, and 2004 Roubaix Pro frameset models. Only bicycles with a single rivet fastening the cable stop to the frame are subject to this recall; bicycles with a double rivet are not affected.

The cable stop on the recalled bicycles can loosen, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the bike. Specialized has received reports of two falls that resulted in fractures requiring medical attention and surgery.

The recalled bicycles were sold at Specialized authorized dealers nationwide from September 2003 through August 2004 for between $1,600 and $4,000. Consumers should immediately stop using their bicycle and return it to a Specialized authorized dealer for an approved repair at no cost. For additional information, consumers can contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit www.specialized.com.

The recalled product

Product
Roubaix Comp Roubaix Pro bicycles
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.