Trek Recalls Super Commuter+ Electric Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 20035 · Dec 6, 2019 · Trek
2,840
units affected
2,840
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20035
- Date
- Dec 6, 2019
- Company
- Trek
- Units affected
- 2,840
- Product
- Trek Super Commuter+ 8S
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Falls
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.
What can happen
The front fender bolt can unthread causing the wheel to detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- 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.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled trek super commuter+ 8s?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and take it to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair.
What is the hazard?
The front fender bolt can unthread causing the wheel to detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.