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Trek Recalls Superfly Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Seatpost Can Crack and Break

Reported: August 26, 2015 Initiated: August 26, 2015 #15224

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2015 Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles equipped with Bontrager Approved Carbon seatposts. Recalled bicycles have a serial number ending in J or K. The serial number is located on the bottom of the bicycle frame. Superfly FS, X1 or XT is printed on the bicycle's top tube. Trek is printed on the frame downtube. "Bontrager Carbon" is printed on the seatpost.

Reason for Recall

The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek retailer for a free replacement seatpost plus a $20 coupon toward any Bontrager merchandise. The coupon can be used through December 31, 2015.

Details

Units Affected
About 330

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves model year 2015 Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles equipped with Bontrager Approved Carbon seatposts. Recalled bicycles have a serial number ending in J or K. The serial number is located on the bottom of the bicycle frame. Superfly FS, X1 or XT is printed on the bicycle's top tube. Trek is printed on the frame downtube. "Bontrager Carbon" is printed on the seatpost.. Units affected: About 330.
Why was this product recalled?
The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek retailer for a free replacement seatpost plus a $20 coupon toward any Bontrager merchandise. The coupon can be used through December 31, 2015.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 26, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15224.