Specialized
Bicycle Components, Inc., the company that manufactures and distributes bikes
and bike components under the “Specialized” brand, has announced a
recall of an additional 100 brake levers. In April 2012, Keating LawOffices reported that Specialized had previously recalled 600 Tektro TL-83 break levers.
The
expanded recall includes Tektro TL-83 brake levers sold as original components
on 2012 S-Works Shiv bicycle frame modules and 2012 S-Works Shiv TT bicycle
frame modules. The recalled brake levers were also sold as aftermarket service
parts for both of these modules. The
brake levers are black aluminum and have a quick release slot at the top of the
lever arm. Model number “TL-720” can be read on the side of the lever arm when
the lever is engaged.
The
voluntary recall was done because the adjuster cap on the brake lever and the
brake cable within it can slide out of position. This results in non-functional
breaks, which can obviously cause a serious and dangerous situation for a
bicyclist resulting in a bicycle accident. Specialized is aware of at least one bike accident where the rider lost complete
function of both breaks.
If you have any
questions regarding this post or an issue involving a bicycle accident, please
contact Illinois Bicycle Attorney Mike Keating at 312-208-7702 or MKeating@KeatingLegal.com 24
hours a day, 7 days a week. All e-mails and phone calls are returned promptly.
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