Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling approximately 6,900 Tarmac SL7 bicycles and framesets sold nationwide between July 2020 and August 2021. These high-end road bikes, which feature 'Specialized' or 'S-WORKS' on the downtube and 'Tarmac' on the seat tube, were sold for between $3,300 and $15,000. The recall was issued because the fork steerer tube can crack or break after a harsh impact, and owners should stop using the bikes until they receive a free inspection and repair.
The bicycle's fork steerer tube can fail following a stress event like hitting a deep pothole, causing the handlebars to lose structural integrity and potentially leading to a crash. Two incidents of the steerer tube breaking after harsh frontal impacts have been reported, though no injuries have occurred yet.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Specialized Bicycle Components for a free inspection and repair.
Recalled Specialized Tarmac SL7 fork steerer tube showing the integrated (hidden) cable routing
Recalled Specialized Tarmac SL7 frameset assembly
Recalled Specialized Tarmac SL7 in White
Recalled Specialized Tarmac SL7 in Green
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response