Trek Recalls Super Commuter+ Electric Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2019-12-06). Hazards: fall. About 2,840 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20035 |
| Published | 2019-12-06 |
| Last updated | 2019-12-06 |
| Products | Trek Super Commuter+ 8S |
| Firm named in the title | Trek |
| Firms | Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,840 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com and other websites from June 2017 through June 2019 for about $5,200. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The front fender bolt can unthread causing the wheel to detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Incidents and injuries
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.
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