(WHTM) — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of nearly 20,000 rear bolts that were installed on Trek and Electra bicycles due to a fall hazard.
According to the CPSC, approximately 19,890 rear wheel bolts were installed on model year 2026 Trek FX+ 1 and Electra Townie Go! electric bicycles have been recalled because the rear wheel bolts can break when torqued.
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As a result, this can cause the wheel to separate from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard.
To date, the CPSC says there have been seven reports of the rear wheel bolts breaking on the affected bicycles; however, no injuries have been reported.
These bicycles with the recalled bolts were sold at Trek stores, and Trek authorized retailers nationwide and online from April 2025 through October 2025 for about $2,100.
Trek FX+1 Midstep with recalled rear wheel bolts
Trek FX+1S Midstep with recalled rear wheel bolts
Trek FX+ 1 Stepover with recalled rear wheel bolts
Trek FX+ 1S Stepover with recalled rear wheel bolts
Electra Townie Go! Step Thru with recalled rear wheel bolts
Electra Townie Go! S Step Thru with recalled rear wheel bolts
According to the CPSC, consumers should immediately stop using these bicycles with the recalled bolts and contact and authorized Trak or Electra dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer’s location.
You can find the nearest dealer by clicking here.
Customers who participate in this recall will be provided with $10 of in-store credit toward any Trek, Electra, or Bontrager merchandise. The credit will be valid through December 2026.
If you have any questions, you can contact Trek by calling 800-373-4594 or by going online.
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