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Product recall · CPSCDecember 6, 2019Serious
Trek Super Commuter+ Electric Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The front fender bolt can unthread causing the wheel to detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Who to contact: Trek at 800-373-4594 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.trekbikes.com and click on Safety & Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves all model year 2017, 2018, and 2019 Trek Super Commuter+ 8S electric bicycles. "Trek" is printed on the bicycle's downtube and the bike has an integrated battery and motor. The bikes were sold in the following color and sizes: Viper Red with black decals, sizes 45/S through 60/XL.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,840
- Recall date
- December 6, 2019
- Brand
- Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of the wrong bolt being installed to secure the front fender to the fork crown. One injury has been reported, resulting in a vertebrae fracture.
Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com and other websites from June 2017 through June 2019 for about $5,200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Trek Recalls Super Commuter+ Electric Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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