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Trek Recalls Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels Due to Crash Hazard

Reported: November 13, 2025 Initiated: November 13, 2025 #26088

Product Description

This recall involves certain Trek and Electra-branded bicycle models with coaster brakes and replacement rear wheels. The bikes were sold in a variety of colors, including red, flamingo pink, dark aquatic, Mulsanne blue, volt yellow, pink frosting, Miami green, lithium gray, viper red, purple abyss, buttercup, pixie blue and blue. To determine if your bicycle or replacement rear wheel is included in this recall, enter your bicycle's serial number in the look-up tool at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/coasterbrake-recall-inquiry/. The serial number is printed under the bottom bracket between the pedals and starts with the letters, "WTU." Recalled Trek and Electra-Branded Bicycles and Replacement Wheels: Brand Name Model Name Model Year Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru 2026 Trek Precaliber 12 2026 Trek Precaliber 16 2024 and 2026 Trek Precaliber 20 2024 and 2026 Electra Sprocket 1 16 2026 Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel 2026 Trek Precaliber 16 CB replacement wheel 2026 Trek Precaliber 20 CB replacement wheel 2026

Reason for Recall

The coaster brakes can fail to engage, resulting in the rider losing control, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles with coaster brakes and related replacement rear wheels and contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer.

Details

Units Affected
About 68,000 (In addition, about 6,820 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves certain Trek and Electra-branded bicycle models with coaster brakes and replacement rear wheels. The bikes were sold in a variety of colors, including red, flamingo pink, dark aquatic, Mulsanne blue, volt yellow, pink frosting, Miami green, lithium gray, viper red, purple abyss, buttercup, pixie blue and blue. To determine if your bicycle or replacement rear wheel is included in this recall, enter your bicycle's serial number in the look-up tool at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/coasterbrake-recall-inquiry/. The serial number is printed under the bottom bracket between the pedals and starts with the letters, "WTU." Recalled Trek and Electra-Branded Bicycles and Replacement Wheels: Brand Name Model Name Model Year Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru 2026 Trek Precaliber 12 2026 Trek Precaliber 16 2024 and 2026 Trek Precaliber 20 2024 and 2026 Electra Sprocket 1 16 2026 Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel 2026 Trek Precaliber 16 CB replacement wheel 2026 Trek Precaliber 20 CB replacement wheel 2026. Units affected: About 68,000 (In addition, about 6,820 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The coaster brakes can fail to engage, resulting in the rider losing control, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles with coaster brakes and related replacement rear wheels and contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 13, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 26088.