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

Summary

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.

What to do

• Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Specialized Bicycle Components for a free inspection and repair.
• 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@specialized.com, or online at www.specialized.com and click on "Safety Notifications" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Entities

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

Hazards: 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.

Categories: Specialized Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets