CPSC recall 09-224, announced May 19, 2009, covers JD Components Bicycles with JD suspension forks (about 16,000 units). The recalled bicycle's fork can lose alignment causing the front wheel to turn unexpectedly. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding the recalled bicycles immediately and contact their dealer to arrange for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 382-2453, or go to www.trekbikes.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 7300WSD.
Which products are included?
The recall involves model year 2009 Trek 7300, 7300WSD, and 7500 bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle's frame. The bicycles have a suspension fork with the words "Bontrager SPA" printed on them.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled bicycle's fork can lose alignment causing the front wheel to turn unexpectedly. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
Incidents and injuries
There have been four reports of misaligned forks. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding the recalled bicycles immediately and contact their dealer to arrange for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- JD Components
- Manufacturer
- JD Components, of Taiwan
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-224
- Units
- About 16,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Trek bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through April 2009 for between $640 and $940.
- Importer
- Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wisc.
Bicycles with JD suspension forks
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Trek at (800) 382-2453 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.trekbikes.com
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