Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 5,400 (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 19-040 Published November 27, 2018

Front air Suspension Bicycle Forks

The air cartridge can abruptly spring out of the stanchion tube, posing fall and injury risks to the rider. Manufactured by A-pro Tech Co. and sold at Bicycles sold at authorized Specialized Retailers nationwide from January 2016 – September 2018.

RXF 36 Front Air Suspension Bicycle Fork
What you are looking at

RXF 36 Front Air Suspension Bicycle Fork

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The air cartridge can abruptly spring out of the stanchion tube, posing fall and injury risks to the rider.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firms have received four reports in the United States of the air cartridge abruptly springing out of the fork stanchion tube, including a report of a bruised shoulder and a broken rib.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Öhlins or Specialized retailer for a free repair of the front fork.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerA-pro Tech Co., Ltd, of Taiwan
UnitsAbout 5,400 (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada)
Made inTaiwan
Sold atBicycles sold at authorized Specialized Retailers nationwide
Sales periodJanuary 2016 – September 2018

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-922-3877
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.ohlins.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.