Specialized is recalling about 173 of its 2012 model year Source Eleven and Source Expert Disc bicycles equipped with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs. The set screws in the front wheel hub can loosen during use, which can cause the front wheel to stop turning suddenly. These bicycles were sold at authorized Specialized dealers nationwide from October 2011 through September 2013 for between $2,000 and $2,700. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date, but consumers should stop riding these bikes immediately and bring them to a dealer for a free replacement wheel and hub.
The internal set screws in the front hub can loosen and jam the mechanism, causing the front wheel to stop rotating without warning. This defect can lead to a sudden stop or loss of control, posing a serious fall hazard to the rider.
Customers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and bring them to an authorized Specialized dealer for a free replacement front wheel and new Supernova front hub. For a list of authorized dealers go to www.specialized.com/ and click on Dealers in the upper right hand corner of the page.
Specialized Front Hub
Specialized Hub Close Up
Specialized Front Hub model number
Specialized Source Expert Disc Black Dark Grey #9120-31
Specialized Source Eleven Charcoal Grey #9120-71
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response