Trek Recalls Disc Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Trek 720 Disc bicycles and wheel sets |
| Units | About 800 bicycles and 300 wheels (in addition, about 160 bicycles and 40 wheels were sold in Canada) |
| Hazards | The front brake caliper can come into contact with a broken spoke, posing a fall hazard to the rider. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and wheel sets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and free replacement wheels. |
Details
This recall involves model year 2015, 2016, and 2017 Trek model 720 Disc bicycles and Bontrager Approved TLR disc 700C 24H Front and Rear Wheels with silver spokes. Trek's model 720 Disc have a lightweight aluminum frame and vibration-damping carbon fork. The bicycle models were sold in 49 through 61 cm frame sizes. "Trek" is printed across the bicycle frame. The model number can be found on the down tube. The aftermarket wheels are marked "Bontrager TLR" on the rim, and will have 24 silver spokes.
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.
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