Bicycles Recalled by Trek Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 12024 · announced October 27, 2011 · Trek Bicycle · 27,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Trek has received four reports of incidents with one injury involving a broken tooth and lip injury.
Sold at: Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide between May 2011 and September 2011 for between $550 and $1,100.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Trek at 800-373-4594 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website 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.