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InfoRecall #26330

Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Specialized Turbo Como SL Electric Bicycles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, California · Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 & 5.0 Bicycle Forks

Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 1 of 6)
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 1 of 6) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 2 of 6)
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 2 of 6) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 3 of 6)
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 3 of 6) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 4 of 6)
Recalled Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 (image 4 of 6) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain

Product 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.

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

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.

Repair

Reported Injuries

The firm has received one report of an incident involving a steerer tube failing and breaking. No injuries have been reported.

411 Press Analysis

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, California has voluntarily recalled about 5,720 of Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 & 5.0 Bicycle Forks as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on March 19, 2026. 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. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should schedule a free repair. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.

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