Tarmac SL7 Service & Maintenance

SL7 Voluntary Recall

Based on a small amount of warranty reports in the field, on October 12, 2021 we announced a voluntary recall for Tarmac SL7 bicycles and framesets to replace some headset components and strengthen the performance of the overall system.

AFFECTED PRODUCT: All Tarmac SL7 bicycles and framesets sold and delivered prior to the announcement of this recall (July 2020 – September 2021). “Tarmac” is written on the back of the bicycle’s seat tube. SL7 models can be distinguished from older generation Tarmac models by their integrated (hidden) cable routing through the headset (see photo above). Please visit www.specialized.com/safety-notices for more details.

REASON FOR THIS RECALL: Harsh frontal impacts, e.g., impacting a deep pothole with significant force, may put extraordinary stress on headset components and may initiate a crack in the fork’s steerer tube. A damaged fork may break if continued to be used, posing fall and injury hazards.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I HAVE AN AFFECTED BICYCLE: Stop riding and bring it to your nearest Authorized Specialized Retailer. Your retailer will replace the current expander plug with a new extended expander plug and upgrade the compression ring to the newer-style two-piece compression ring if your bike is not already equipped with one. All of that will strengthen the performance of the overall system and increase its resistance against frontal impacts, making sure you can safely enjoy your Tarmac SL7.

For questions, please contact your Authorized Specialized Retailer or Rider Care at https://www.specialized.com/contact-us.

Manuals & Technical Information

User Manual - Tarmac SL7

2021 Rider/Bike Weight Limits

Small Parts Schematic

Torque Specs 

Replacement Parts

The majority of replacement parts must be ordered through and installed by an Authorized Specialized Retailer. We are constantly reviewing the parts that can be safely installed by riders, and we are making some available for purchase directly on Specialized.com. The below list of parts is a reference for what retailers can order from Specialized. It may not include every part, and some parts are reserved specifically for warranty cases. We recommend always consulting a retailer when replacement parts are needed. 

Forks

Stems

Cockpit-related parts

Seatposts 

Seatpost parts

Drivetrain parts