Trek 720 Disc bicycles and wheel sets recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

January 19, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Trek Recalls Disc Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Recall number

17070

Sold / distributed

Bicycle stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2016 for between $1,500 and $1,900 for bikes and March 2015 through November 2016 for aftermarket wheels for between $80 and $90.

Why it was recalled

The front brake caliper can come into contact with a broken spoke, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

What was recalled

This recall involves model year 2015, 2016, and 2017 Trek model 720 Disc bicycles and Bontrager Approved TLR disc 700C 24H Front and Rear Wheels with silver spokes. Trek's model 720 Disc have a lightweight aluminum frame and vibration-damping carbon fork. The bicycle models were sold in 49 through 61 cm frame sizes. "Trek" is printed across the bicycle frame. The model number can be found on the down tube. The aftermarket wheels are marked "Bontrager TLR" on the rim, and will have 24 silver spokes.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and wheel sets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and free replacement wheels.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.