1999 model Trek and Klein road bikes with Icon handlebar stems
Published September 28, 2000
Summary
CPSC records recall 00192, published September 28, 2000. Recalling firm: Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.; Reported units: About 13,600.
What's the hazard
The bolts on these bikes' handlebar stems can break, resulting in the handlebars detaching from the bike and causing riders to lose control and crash.
What to do
Consumers with bikes that have these handlebar stems should stop riding them immediately and take them to a Trek or Klein dealer for a free inspection and replacement stem, if needed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.
- Manufacturer
- Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis.
- Distributor
- Trek and Klein dealers nationwide sold these handlebar stems and the road bikes with these stems, from June 1998 through May 1999. The stems separately sold for about $70, and the road bikes with these stems sold for between $1,000 and $4,000.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 1999 model Trek and Klein road bikes with Icon handlebar stems recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 00192 on September 28, 2000. Reported hazard: The bolts on these bikes' handlebar stems can break, resulting in the handlebars detaching from the bike and causing riders to lose control and crash.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers with bikes that have these handlebar stems should stop riding them immediately and take them to a Trek or Klein dealer for a free inspection and replacement stem, if needed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis..