Bicycles Recalled by Trek Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-10-27). Hazards: fall. About 27,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12024 |
| Published | 2011-10-27 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-15 |
| Product category | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products | Trek 2012 FX and District bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Trek |
| Firms | Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wisc. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 27,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide between May 2011 and September 2011 for between $550 and $1,100. |
Description
The bicycles affected by this recall include the following models: Model Year 2012: Trek 7.2 FX, 7.3 FX, 7.4 FX, AND 7.5 FX; District, and 9th District bicycle models: WSD, Livestrong and Disc models.The model name is found on the bicycle's frame. Consumers can determine the model year by looking at the SKU number stamped on the bottom bracket, which is found near the pedals. If the last two digits of the SKU are 12, the bicycle is a Model Year 2012 bicycle.
Hazard
The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.
Incidents and injuries
Trek has received four reports of incidents with one injury involving a broken tooth and lip injury.
Machine access
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