Trek Recalls Girls' Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
CPSC recall 08186 · announced February 7, 2008 · Trek Bicycle · 49,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Trek girls' bicycles model MT220 and model years 2005 (light metallic blue), 2006 (metallic silver and metallic purple or pink and pearl white), and 2007 (pink and white pearl or metallic purple). The model name is printed on the frame of the bicycle. Model year 2008 bicycles are not included in this recall.
The hazard
The bicycle's frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled bicycle away from children immediately and return it to a Trek dealer for a free replacement MT220 girls' bicycle or a $100 discount on a different size Trek bicycle.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Trek has received 13 reports of frames breaking, including four minor injuries.
Sold at: Authorized Trek dealers nationwide from April 2004 through June 2007 for about $300.
Consumer contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Trek at (800) 373-4594 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.trekbikes.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.