Trek Recalls Super Commuter+ Electric Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 20035 · announced December 6, 2019 · Trek Bicycle · 2,840 units affected
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.
The hazard
The front fender bolt can unthread causing the wheel to detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com and other websites from June 2017 through June 2019 for about $5,200.
Consumer 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.