Trek Kickster recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

July 24, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Trek Recalls Kickster Bikes Due to Fall Hazard

Recall number

19173

Brand / firm

Lee Chi Enterprises Co., of Taiwan

Sold / distributed

Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com and other online retailers from August 2012 through April 2019 for about $170.

Why it was recalled

The steer tube clamp on the bike can break, posing a fall hazard to children.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled bikes away from children and take it to a Trek retailer for a free repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.