Recalls / 2019-07-24
Trek Recalls Kickster Bikes Due to Fall Hazard
19173 · Recalled 2019-07-24 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves all model year 2013 through 2019 Trek Kicksters. The bikes are made for toddlers who are learning how to ride a two wheeler. The kicksters do not have pedals so children can focus on balancing. They come in black, blue, red and pink and "TREK" is written on the crossbar.
Hazards
The steer tube clamp on the bike can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of broken steer tube clamps, including one injury with minor scrapes and bruising
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bikes away from children and take it to a Trek retailer for a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Trek Kickster | About 11,560 (In addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Lee Chi Enterprises Co.
- Importer
- Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.
- Distributor
- Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Independent bicycle, online at www.trekbikes.com, other retailers from August 2012 through April 2019 for about $170.
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 19173. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.