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Trek Recalls Disc Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: January 19, 2017 Initiated: January 19, 2017 #17070

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The front brake caliper can come into contact with a broken spoke, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

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

Units Affected
About 800 bicycles and 300 wheels (in addition, about 160 bicycles and 40 wheels were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Trek-Recalls-Disc-Bicycles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Units affected: About 800 bicycles and 300 wheels (in addition, about 160 bicycles and 40 wheels were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The front brake caliper can come into contact with a broken spoke, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17070.

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