Trek Recalls Kickster Bikes Due to Fall Hazard
The hazard
The steer tube clamp on the bike can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
Incidents reported: The firm has received 11 reports of broken steer tube clamps, including one injury with minor scrapes and bruising
What to do now
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bikes away from children and take it to a Trek retailer for a free repair.
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.
About this recall
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.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC