Roubaix Bicycle Recall – Defective Cable Stop
On April 21, 2009 Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. of Morgan Hill, California issued a Roubaix bicycle recall because the cable stop on the bicycle can loosen, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the bike. Specialized Bicycle Components received reports of two falls that resulted in fractures requiring medical attention and surgery.
The Roubaix bicycle recall involves about 3,000 Roubaix bicycles: 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 recall. The cable stop is attached through bonding materials and a single rivet mounted at the front of the bicycle. The cables pass through eyelets in the cable stop on the down tube. Bicycles with a double rivet fastening the cable stop to the frame are not subject to recall. The model names of the recalled bicycles can be found on the top tube of the bicycles.
If you or a loved one has been injured on a Roubaix bicycle, DO NOT HAVE THE BICYCLE REPAIRED. Contact a bicycle attorney at our law firm immediately for a free consultation.
If you own a recalled Roubaix bicycle that has not been involved in an accident, immediately stop using their bicycle and return their bicycle to a Specialized authorized dealer for an approved repair. Specialized has stated that the repairs will be at no cost to consumers. Again, do not have the bicycle repaired if anyone has been injured while riding it.