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Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bike Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard

Recalled August 30, 2012 · CPSC recall 12271 · Specialized Bicycle Components

Tektro TL-83 brake lever2012 S-Works Shiv Module2012 S-Works Shiv TT Module
Hazard
The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 100 (about 600 of the 2010 and 2011 Shiv Modules and 2012 Shiv TT modules were recalled in April 2012)
Incidents / injuries
Specialized is aware of one incident worldwide in which the rider lost the function of both brakes. The firm has received no reports of injury or property damage.

Description

This recall includes Tektro TL-83 brake levers sold on 2012 S-Works Shiv bicycle frame modules, 2012 S-Works Shiv TT bicycle frame modules, and sold as aftermarket service parts for these modules. The TL-83 is a version of the TL-720 brake lever, modified with a quick release slot at the top of the lever arm and designed exclusively for use with aerodynamic handlebars (aerobars) sold as original equipment on these modules. They are black aluminum and model number "TL-720" can be read on the side of the lever arm when braking action is applied.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to an authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailer for free replacement brake levers.

Contact

For more information and to find the nearest authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailer, contact Specialized customer service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday at (877) 808-8154 or visit the firm's website at www.specialized.com

Product
Bicycle Brake Levers
Imported by
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif.
Retailers
Authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers from May 2011 to June 2012. The bicycle frame modules sold for between $5,500 and $6,100. The brake levers sold for about $80 as service parts.
Made in
China

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