Recalls / 2013-12-12

Trek Recalls Madone Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard; Front Brake Can Fail

14055 · Recalled 2013-12-12 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves model year 2013 Trek Madone bicycles with model numbers 5.2, 5.9, 6.2, 6.5, 7.7 or 7.9, and serial numbers starting with WTU and ending with G or H. A list of all serial numbers included in the recall is at www.trekbikes.com. Some of the recalled models are custom-ordered Project One Madones. The model number is printed on the bicycle frame. The serial number is printed on a sticker underneath the frame of the bicycle. The bicycles were sold in a variety of colors.

Hazards

The bicycle's front brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.

Reported injuries

Trek has received five reports of loose front brake attachment bolts. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and take the bicycles to a Trek dealer for a free replacement front brake system.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Trek model year 2013 Madone bicycles		6800

Parties

Importer: Trek Bicycles Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.
Made in: Taiwan, United States, Germany
Sold at: Bicycle from July 2012 through December 2013 for between $3, 400, 300, for custom models, 000, $15, 000.

Consumer contact

Trek at (800) 373-4594 from 8 a.m. through 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.trekbikes.com and click on Safety and Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 14055. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.