Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd—Trek Model Year 2013 Madone Bicycles

PRA number

2013/13905

Published date

Product description

Some model year 2013 Trek Madone bicycles with model numbers 5.2, 5.9, 6.2, 6.5, 7.7 or 7.9, and serial numbers ending with G or H

(The products include Project One bicycles that are custom-ordered.)

•Madone 5.2 (standard and WSD)
•Madone 5.9 (standard)
•Madone 6.2 (standard and WSD)
•Madone 6.5 (standard)
•Madone 7.7 (standard)
•Madone 7.9 (standard and WSD)
Trek Bicycles
Identifying features
Model numbers 5.2, 5.9, 6.2, 6.5, 7.7 or 7.9, and serial numbers ending with G or H Colours may vary. The model or series is identified on the bicycle frame. The serial number is located under the bottom bracket of the bicycle. Not all bicycles with these model numbers and serial numbers are affected.

Other identifying numbers

Model numbers 5.2, 5.9, 6.2, 6.5, 7.7 or 7.9, and serial numbers ending with G or H

Colours may vary. The model or series is identified on the bicycle frame. The serial number is located under the bottom bracket of the bicycle.

Not all bicycles with these model numbers and serial numbers are affected.

Why the product is recalled

The front brake attachment bolt may detach, causing the brake to fail.

What the hazards are to consumers

The front brake can fail. Loss of braking performance in the worst case scenario may lead to loss of control and an accident.

What consumers should do

Consumers with bicycles marked with the above model numbers and serial numbers should immediately stop using the bicycle. Take the bicycle to a Trek retailer for inspection to determine if it is affected by the recall. If the bicycle is affected, Trek will provide a free replacement front brake system.

Supplier

Trek Bicycle Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd

Traders who sold this product

Independent bicycle retailers

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

-

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product category

Sports equipment