The bike’s protective chain/belt guard does not cover the belt drive and loose clothing can get entrapped in the belt drive, posing a fall hazard.
View The Official CPSC Recall Notice
Description
This recall involves Specialized Vado and Como IGH e-bikes with chain/belt guards. The recalled e-bikes have an internal gear hub (IGH) and no rear derailleur (gear shift). The Specialized Bicycle brand name is located on the bike frame and the bikes are offered in a variety of colors, including black, limestone, red, sand, sea foam, navy, purple, white, gray, raspberry, umber, dark gray and yellow. The e-bikes have the following model numbers printed on the white and black serial number label located on the underside of the bicycle’s top tube.
| Recalled Specialized Bicycle Model Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| COMO 3.0 IGH | COMO 5.0 IGH UL | VADO 3.0 IGH STEP THROUGH UL |
| COMO 3.0 IGH UL | COMO SL 4.0 | VADO 3.0 IGH UL |
| COMO 4.0 IGH | COMO SL 5.0 | VADO 5.0 IGH |
| COMO 4.0 IGH UL | VADO 3.0 IGH | VADO 5.0 IGH ST |
| COMO 5.0 IGH | VADO 3.0 IGH ST | VADO 5.0 IGH STEP THROUGH UL |
Name of Product: Specialized Vado and Como IGH E-Bikes with Chain Guards
Recall Date: March 27, 2025
Recall Number: 25-200
Hazard: The bike’s protective chain/belt guard does not cover the belt drive and loose clothing can get entrapped in the belt drive, posing a fall hazard.
Sold At: Authorized Specialized Bicycle retailers nationwide and online from March 2021 through November 2024 for between $3,250 and $5,750.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Specialized Vado and Como IGH e-bikes and contact their nearest authorized Specialized retailer for a free installation of an updated protective chain/belt guard. Specialized Bicycle is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units: About 32,400 (In addition, about 3,200 were sold in Canada and about 190 were sold in Mexico)
Consumer Directions and Contact
What Do I Do if My Product is Recalled?
Specialized Bicycle Components toll-free at 877-808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at ridercare@specialized.com, or online at http://www.specialized.com/safety-recall-notices, by Live Chat at http://www.specialized.com or at www.specialized.com and click on “Safety Recall Notices” for more information.
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