Recalls / 2015-08-26
Trek Recalls Superfly Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Seatpost Can Crack and Break
15224 · Recalled 2015-08-26 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves model year 2015 Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles equipped with Bontrager Approved Carbon seatposts. Recalled bicycles have a serial number ending in J or K. The serial number is located on the bottom of the bicycle frame. Superfly FS, X1 or XT is printed on the bicycle's top tube. Trek is printed on the frame downtube. "Bontrager Carbon" is printed on the seatpost.
Hazards
The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Reported injuries
Trek has received two incidents report involving the recalled bicycles. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek retailer for a free replacement seatpost plus a $20 coupon toward any Bontrager merchandise. The coupon can be used through December 31, 2015.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles | About 330 |
Parties
- Importer
- Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Bicycle from September 2014 through July 2015 for about $5, 300 for the FS SL, about $3, 500 for the X1, XT bicycles.
Consumer contact
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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Source: CPSC recall 15224. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.