The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12271·Announced 2012-08-30

Specialized Recalls Tektro TL-83 Bicycle Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard

Specialized is expanding a recall of Tektro TL-83 brake levers on 2012 S-Works Shiv modules because the brakes may fail, causing crashes.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (brake failure leading to crashes) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Specialized Bicycle Components is expanding a recall of Tektro TL-83 brake levers sold on 2012 S-Works Shiv and 2012 S-Works Shiv TT bicycle frame modules, as well as sold as aftermarket service parts. The recall covers approximately 100 additional units, following an earlier recall in April 2012 of about 600 modules.

The hazard exists because the adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position, rendering the brakes non-operational. This failure can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash. Specialized is aware of one incident worldwide where a rider lost the function of both brakes, but the company has received no reports of injury or property damage.

These modules were sold at authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers from May 2011 to June 2012. The bicycle frame modules sold for between $5,500 and $6,100, while the brake levers sold for about $80 as service parts. Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to an authorized retailer for free replacement brake levers.

The recalled product

Product
Bicycle Brake Levers
Manufacturer
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Components
Hazard
Affected units
100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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