CPSC Recall in 2021: Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 22-006

Date: October 13, 2021

Product Name: Specialized Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets

Recall 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.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 6,900

Incidents:

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