Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 18, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels with Coaster Brakes

Brand: Trek

Hazards: Fall Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #10482 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels with Coaster Brakes
Brand Trek
Category Electronics
Recall Number 10482
Hazard Fall Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date November 13, 2025
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record: Trek and Electra Bicycles with Coaster Brakes

1. Recall Summary
On November 13, 2025, Trek Bicycle Corporation, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of certain Trek and Electra-branded bicycles equipped with coaster brakes, as well as specific replacement rear wheels with coaster brakes. The recall was initiated due to a crash hazard. The recall notice was published on the CPSC website under Recall Number 26088. Approximately 68,000 units were sold in the United States, and an additional 6,820 units were sold in Canada. The bicycles were manufactured in China.

2. Affected Products
The recall includes the following specific models and model years:
– Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru (Model Year 2026)
– Trek Precaliber 12 (Model Year 2026)
– Trek Precaliber 16 (Model Years 2024 and 2026)
– Trek Precaliber 20 (Model Years 2024 and 2026)
– Electra Sprocket 1 16 (Model Year 2026)

Also included are the following replacement rear wheels with coaster brakes (Model Year 2026):
– Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel
– Trek Precaliber 16 CB replacement wheel
– Trek Precaliber 20 CB replacement wheel

The bicycles 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. The serial number is printed under the bottom bracket between the pedals and begins with the letters “WTU.” Consumers can verify if their bicycle or replacement wheel is included in the recall by entering the serial number into the look-up tool at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/coasterbrake-recall-inquiry/.

The products were sold at Trek and Electra authorized retailers nationwide, in stores and online, as well as at Trek.com, from August 2023 through September 2025. The bicycles were sold for between $300 and $660, and the replacement wheels were sold for between $66 and $77.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard identified in the recall notice is that the coaster brakes can fail to engage. This failure can result in the rider losing control, posing a crash hazard. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries had been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the recalled bicycles with coaster brakes and the related replacement rear wheels. After stopping use, consumers should contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy offered by Trek is a free repair of the recalled bicycles and replacement rear wheels. The repair will be performed at an authorized Trek or Electra dealer. No other remedy options, such as refund or replacement, are specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact Trek toll-free at 800-373-4594 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Additional information is available online at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/company/legal_policies/safety_recalls/ or by visiting www.trekbikes.com and clicking on “Recalls.” For Canadian consumers, a related recall notice is available at https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/trek-and-electra-brand-bicycles-coaster-brakes-recalled-due-fall-hazard.

Recall Timeline

  • **November 13, 2025** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels with Coaster Brakes?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#10482).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels with Coaster Brakes?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels with Coaster Brakes?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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