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Pedal Axle Extenders Recalled by Specialized Bicycle

Recalled July 15, 2015 · CPSC recall 15184 · Pedal

Recalled Pedal Axle Extenders as installed

Hazard

The Pedal Axle Extenders can break, and the rider can lose control, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 6,500 (in addition about 380 were sold in Canada)

Incidents / injuries

There have been 10 reports of the pedal extenders breaking, including two reports of minor injuries, involving scrapes and bruises.

Description

This recall involves Specialized Body Geometry Pedal Axle Extenders that are used to extend the outward reach of the pedals. They are sold in pairs and mount directly into the bicycle crank arms. Pedal extenders are made of stainless steel and fit a 9/16 inch pedal thread. They are labeled with an "L" and an "R".

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled pedal extenders immediately and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a full refund.

Contact

Specialized at (800) 722-4423 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.specialized.com and click on the Safety Notices link under the Support column on the bottom.

Product

Pedal Axle Extenders

Manufacturer(s)

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.

Retailers

Authorized Specialized retailers and online at www.specialized.com from January 2009 to June 2015 for about $40.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →