United KingdomSpecialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 and Como SL 5.0 electric hybrid bicycles (all 4.0 and 5.0 models with belt or chain drive, sold from 2021 onwards) are affected; they have two parallel down‑tubes, are typically fitted with a front rack/basket and fenders, and the “Como SL” marking usually appears as a small graphic on the top tube or back of the seat tube. They were recalled because the fork steerer tube may develop a fatigue crack that could cause the fork to fail, posing a fall and injury risk and not meeting Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Stop using the bike immediately, check your model name on your invoice or user manual or by connecting the bike to the Specialized app, note your serial number and contact your nearest Authorized Specialized Retailer to start the claim process.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Specialized Como SL 4.0 and Como SL 5.0 Electric Hybrid Bicycles
Type: Hobby/Sports Equipment - Cycles (Powered)
Brand: Specialized
Models: all Turbo Como SL 4.0 and 5.0 electric hybrid bikes with belt or chain drive
Sales Period: Electric hybrid bicycles sold from 2021 onwards
Country of Origin: Taiwan
Product Description: Como SL electric hybrid bikes have two parallel down-tubes and are typically fitted with a front rack/basket and fenders. The “Como SL” marking typically appears as a small, subtle graphic on the top tube or back of the seat tube. Other Specialized Como bikes without the “SL” designation are not affected.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2605-0163
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the fork steerer tube on affected electric hybrid bikes may develop a small fatigue crack over time. This could lead to the premature failing of the fork and poses a fall and injuries hazard to the user.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by Specialized. We recommend that you stop using the product immediately. To check if your model is affected, check the bike model name on your invoice and your user manual, or download and connect the bike to the Specialized app. Take note of your bike serial number and contact your nearest Authorized Specialized Retailer in order to start the claim process. For more information, please see: https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/turbo-como-sl-safety-notice-ride-january-2026
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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