Bicycles Recalled by Trek Due to Fall Hazard

The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.

Recall #: 12024
Affected scope: About 27,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled The bicycles affected by this recall include the following models: Model Year 2012: Trek….

Bicycles Recalled by Trek Due to Fall Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 27, 2011. Reason: The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek deal…. Verify recall #12024 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard..

None
agency class: October 27, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The bicycles affected by this recall include the following models: Model Year 2012: Trek 7.2 FX, 7.3 FX, 7.4 FX, AND 7.5 FX; District, and 9th District bicycle models: WSD, Livestrong and Disc models.The model name is found on the bicycle's frame. Consumers can determine the model year by looking at the SKU number stamped on the bottom bracket, which is found near the pedals. If the last two digits of the SKU are 12, the bicycle is a Model Year 2012 bicycle.

Reason for recall

The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	12024
Date reported	October 27, 2011
Date initiated	October 27, 2011
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 27,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 27, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 12024.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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