Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles

CPSC Recall #15-224 — August 26, 2015

Recall #15-224 Date: August 26, 2015 Remedy: Replace

Product

Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles

Description

The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Hazard

The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Incidents / 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.

Units Affected

About 330

Sold At

Bicycle stores nationwide from September 2014 through July 2015 for about $5,300 for the FS SL and about $3,500 for the X1 and XT bicycles.

Importer

Trek Bicycle Corporation, of Waterloo, Wis.

Manufactured In

Taiwan