PRA number
2008/9811
Published date
Product description
2005 MT220 Girls - Light Metallic Blue and Metallic Silver/Metallic Purple. 2006 MT220 Girls - Metallic Silver/Metallic Purple and Pink/Pearl White. 2007 MT220 Girls - Metallic Purple and Pink/Pearl White. Only model years 2004, 2006 and 2007 are affected. The bicycles were sold in Australia from 1 October 2004 to February 2008.
Reasons the product is recalled
The bicycles have been manufactured with a frame that was welded incorrectly. The weld could break, which could allow the frame to separate at the head tube.
The hazards to consumers
Injury
What consumers should do
If you own an affected bicycle, it should not be ridden; take it to your Trek dealer. If your Trek dealer determines that your bicycle is subject to this recall, Trek will provide you with a replacement Trek MT220 girls' bicycle or a $100 credit applicable to the purchase of a Trek Bicycle of your choice. Further information is available from Trek Bicycles Australia on telephone number 02 8832 6933.
Supplier
Trek Bicycles Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
