Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Turbo Como SL Electric Bicycles for Fall Hazard
Summary
Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling approximately 5,720 Specialized Turbo Como SL electric bicycles due to a fall hazard caused by potential fatigue cracks in the fork steerer tube. Consumers are advised to contact Specialized for a repair.
What changed
Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling all Specialized Turbo Como SL electric bicycles, specifically models 4.0 and 5.0, due to a defect where the fork steerer tube can develop a fatigue crack, leading to potential fork failure and a fall hazard. This recall affects approximately 5,720 units sold in the United States.
Consumers who own these bicycles are instructed to immediately stop using them and contact Specialized Rider Care for a free repair. The company is providing contact information via phone, email, and live chat, and directing consumers to specific recall notices on their website. Failure to address this defect could result in serious injury or death from falls.
What to do next
- Consumers should stop using the affected bicycles immediately.
- Contact Specialized Rider Care for a free repair.
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Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Specialized Turbo Como SL Electric Bicycles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
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Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 4.0 in Raspberry
Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 4.0 in Cast Umber
Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 4.0 in Dove Grey
Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 5.0 in Brassy Yellow
Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 5.0 in Brushed Silver
Como SL e-bike with recalled fork steerer tube - Model 5.0 in Smoke
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Name of Product: Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 & 5.0 Bicycle Forks Hazard: The bike’s fork steerer tube can develop a small fatigue crack that can lead to a progressive failure of the fork, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Repair Recall Date: March 19, 2026 Units: About 5,720
Consumer Contact Specialized Rider Care toll-free at 877- 808-8154 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, email at ridercare@specialized.com, via Live Chat on www.specialized.com, or online at http://www.specialized.com/safety-recall-notices or www.specialized.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves bicycle forks on all Specialized Como SL electric bicycles, regardless of model. “Como SL” is printed on the bicycle’s seat tube or top tube, and the bikes were sold in a variety of colors, including Cast Umber, Dove Grey and Raspberry (Como SL 4.0), and Smoke, Brassy Yellow and Brushed Silver (Como SL 5.0).You can also determine which model you have by connecting your bicycle to the Specialized app. Only SL versions in the Como family of bicycles are part of this recall.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using their Specialized Turbo Como SL bicycles immediately and contact their Authorized Specialized Retailer to schedule an appointment to bring their bike in for a free replacement of the fork at an authorized dealer location. Replacement parts are expected to be available in Spring 2026.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of an incident involving a steerer tube failing and breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Online at www.specialized.com and through Authorized Specialized Retailers between March 2021 through January 2026 for between $3,250 and $4,800. Importer(s): Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, California
Manufactured In: Taiwan or Vietnam Recall number: 26-330 Fast Track Recall
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