CPSC recall 16128
Specialized bicycle headlights and taillights
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-13
On 2016-04-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Specialized bicycle headlights and taillights by Specialized Bicycle Components Specialized, citing the headlights and taillights can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16128 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-03-25 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Specialized Bicycle Components Specialized |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Specialized bicycle headlights and taillights | The recall includes Specialized Flux and Stix Sport and Comp model bicycle headlights and taillights sold separately as aftermarket equipment. They have rechargeable batteries with USB ports. Flux headlights: Flux headlights have a round, metal mounting system that fits both flat and drop handlebars. "Flux" is printed on the side of the black, rectangular-shaped lights and on the bottom of the pewter-colored aluminum casing. Flux taillights: Flux taillights have a pewter-colored base with a 110-lumen light on the top. They mount on 27.2 mm, 30.9 mm and Venge seat posts. The Specialized logo is printed on top of the taillights. They have a sensor to boost output in flash mode during the daytime. Stix headlights: Stix headlights are black with a 70-lumen light (Stix Sport) or a 105-lumen light (Stix Comp). They mount on handlebars between 22.2 mm and 35 mm in diameter. Stix is printed in white letters on the end of the headlight.
Reason
The headlights and taillights can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Specialized-Bicycle-Components-Recalls-Headlights-and-Taillights
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