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Trek Recalls Farley Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: November 2, 2016 Initiated: November 2, 2016 #17025

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2014 Trek Farley bicycles and framesets and 2015 Trek Farley 6 bicycles and framesets. The 2014 Trek Farley is black with green decals with an aluminum frame and fork. The 2014 frameset is sky blue with orange decals. The 2015 Trek Farley 6 is black with blue decals with an aluminum frame and fork. Both bicycle models were sold in 14.5 through 21.5 inch sizes. "Trek" is printed across the bicycle frame.

Reason for Recall

The fork can separate from the steer tube, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,600 (in addition, about 360 units were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves model year 2014 Trek Farley bicycles and framesets and 2015 Trek Farley 6 bicycles and framesets. The 2014 Trek Farley is black with green decals with an aluminum frame and fork. The 2014 frameset is sky blue with orange decals. The 2015 Trek Farley 6 is black with blue decals with an aluminum frame and fork. Both bicycle models were sold in 14.5 through 21.5 inch sizes. "Trek" is printed across the bicycle frame.. Units affected: About 2,600 (in addition, about 360 units were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The fork can separate from the steer tube, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17025.