Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert bikes (model year 2012) which have been supplied with Supernova hubs have been recalled by Product Safety Recalls Australia in-cooperation with Specialized Bicycle Company due to an issue with the Supernova hubs having screws that may come loose while cycling.

Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert Hub Failure

Product Safety Recalls Australia are advising the set screws in the front Supernova hub of the recalled Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert (model year 2012) bicycles can loosen and stop the front wheel from turning.

Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert Bicycles Affected by the Recall

The recall applies to Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert (model year 2012) bicycles fitted with Supernova hubs marked with one of the following batch numbers:

1207, 1208, 1226, 1227, 1228, 1241, 1254, 1263, 1284, 1344

There is no information on the date the affected bicycles were sold in Australia.

Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert Bikes Recalled? Action to take

If you are an owner of a Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert (model year 2012) you should stop riding the bicycle immediately and return your bike to an authorised Specialized retailer. Affected owners will receive a replacement front wheel and a new Supernova front hub.

For further information, well there is no further information. Specialized website is at http://www.specialized.com/au/en-au/home but there is no mention of the recall. I guess the best option is your local Specialized dealer.

If you have one of the Specialized Source 11 and Source Expert (model year 2012) bicycles affected by the recall, do please let us know your experience with the recall.

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