[NMCycling] Specialized Recalls Tarmac SL7 Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

[Craig M. Doolittle]

Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall and Injury Hazards:

Recall Date: October 13, 2021

Recall Number: 22-006


Recall Summary


Name of Product:

Specialized Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets


Hazard:

The bicycle’s fork steerer tube can crack or break after harsh impact such as hitting a deep pothole or other stress event, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.


Remedy:

Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Specialized Bicycle Components for a free inspection and repair.


Consumer Contact:

Authorized Specialized retailers or Specialized Bicycle Components toll-free at 877-808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at ridercare at specialized.com<mailto:ridercare at specialized.com>, or online at www.specialized.com<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.specialized.com__;!!GxJN!ThiwbS_Y9aW4eXfyvljwfByKIx0izDlmELed81e9By0FOEPtecG91E3k0VvS$> and click on “Safety Notifications” at the bottom of the page for more information.


Pictures available here:

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Recall Details


Units:

About 6,900



Description:

This recall involves Specialized Tarmac SL7 bicycles and framesets. “Tarmac” is written on the back of the bicycle’s seat tube. There is an integrated (hidden) cable routing through the bicycle’s headset. “Specialized” or “SWORKS” are printed on the bicycle’s downtube.


Incidents/Injuries:

The company has received two reports of the bicycle’s steerer tube breaking after harsh frontal impact. No injuries have been reported.


Sold At

Authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers nationwide from July 2020 through August 2021 for between $3,300 and $15,000.


Manufactured In:

Taiwan


Importer(s):

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.


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