Specialized Recalls Globe-Branded Haul E-Bikes Over Fall Risk

Specialized Bicycle Components has issued a recall for approximately 11,100 Globe-branded Haul ST and LT electric bicycles due to a potential fall hazard linked to their telescopic seat posts. The recall, announced on June 5, 2025, stems from reports that the seat post can break when fully extended, posing a risk of injury to riders. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected bicycles and arrange for a free repair through an authorized retailer.

The recall targets 13-inch telescopic seat posts fitted as original equipment on the Haul ST and Haul LT models, easily identifiable by the names printed on the bicycles’ downtubes. Specialized has reported 13 incidents involving the defect, resulting in two minor injuries consisting of scrapes and bruises. To address the issue, the company is offering a replacement seat post made from a different material, free of charge to customers.

The bicycles were sold nationwide through authorized Specialized retailers and online from January 2023 through March 2025. Retail prices ranged between $2,500 and $3,500. The recalled e-bikes were imported by Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., based in Morgan Hill, California, and manufactured in Taiwan.

Consumers seeking further information or wishing to schedule a repair can contact Specialized through multiple channels, including a toll-free hotline, email, live chat, or the company’s recall information web pages. This action is part of Specialized’s ongoing commitment to rider safety and product reliability.

Article by multiple contributors, based upon information from a press release issued by Specialized Bicycle Components Inc.

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