Specialized Mountain Bikes – Brake Rotor Issue (2003)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Specialized mountain bikes
Brand
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif. is recalling Specialized mountain bikes. The hazard is: During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
These are 2004 S Works Enduro and 2004 Enduro Expert mountain bikes with 8-inch brake rotors in the front.
Reported concern (CPSC)
During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of control and fall from the bicycle.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Specialized has agreed to replace the 8-inch brake rotors on these bikes with 6-inch rotors at no cost to the consumer. Consumers should stop riding these bikes and return them to an authorized retailer.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026