CPSC recall 17-025, announced November 2, 2016, covers Trek Farley bicycles and framesets (about 2,600 units). The fork can separate from the steer tube, posing a fall hazard to the rider. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call 800-373-4594, or go to www.trekbikes.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fork can separate from the steer tube, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of the bicycle fork separating from the steer tube. No injuries have been reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Trek Bicycle
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 17-025
- Units
- About 2,600 (in addition, about 360 units were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores nationwide from September 2013 through August 2016 for between $1,700 and $2,600.
- Importer
- Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.
Recall contact information
Trek at 800-373-4594 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.trekbikes.com and click on Safety & Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
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