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In memory of KCvale 1959 - 2019
Trek recalls nearly 1 million bikes after rider paralyzed
http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/tr...aralyzed/ar-AAbvbk0?ocid=ansnewsNYDailyNews11
Trek Bicycle has recalled nearly 1 million bikes in the United States and Canada after a rider was paralyzed and two others were injured.
The recall, issued Tuesday, affects 900,000 bicycles in the U.S. and 98,000 in Canada from model years 2000 through 2015.
The bikes' front wheels can "come to a sudden stop" or separate from the bicycle if the open quick release lever on the front wheel hub comes into contact with the front disc brake assembly, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
One person was left quadriplegic from the defect, the commission said. Another rider sustained injuries to the face, and another incident resulted in a fractured wrist.
Trek is offering free replacement quick-releases and a $20 coupon for cyclists who bring their bikes in for inspection and tune-ups.
The process takes less than five minutes, the Wisconsin-based company said.
"We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you," Trek said in its recall notice. "We value you as a customer and want you to safely enjoy cycling on your Trek bicycle."
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It wouldn't hurt to check your bike regardless of make if you have quick release wheels.
http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/tr...aralyzed/ar-AAbvbk0?ocid=ansnewsNYDailyNews11
Trek Bicycle has recalled nearly 1 million bikes in the United States and Canada after a rider was paralyzed and two others were injured.
The recall, issued Tuesday, affects 900,000 bicycles in the U.S. and 98,000 in Canada from model years 2000 through 2015.
The bikes' front wheels can "come to a sudden stop" or separate from the bicycle if the open quick release lever on the front wheel hub comes into contact with the front disc brake assembly, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
One person was left quadriplegic from the defect, the commission said. Another rider sustained injuries to the face, and another incident resulted in a fractured wrist.
Trek is offering free replacement quick-releases and a $20 coupon for cyclists who bring their bikes in for inspection and tune-ups.
The process takes less than five minutes, the Wisconsin-based company said.
"We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you," Trek said in its recall notice. "We value you as a customer and want you to safely enjoy cycling on your Trek bicycle."
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It wouldn't hurt to check your bike regardless of make if you have quick release wheels.