Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- November 13, 2025
- Hazard Level
- MEDIUM
- Brands
- Trek, Electra
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from Consumer Product Safety Commission; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Trek, Electra
- Product type
- Bicycle with Coaster Brakes
- Model numbers
- Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru 2026, Trek Precaliber 12 2026, Trek Precaliber 16 2024, Trek Precaliber 16 2026, Trek Precaliber 20 2024, Trek Precaliber 20 2026, Electra Sprocket 1 16 2026, Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel 2026 +2 more
- Colors
- red, flamingo pink, dark aquatic, Mulsanne blue, volt yellow +8 more
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
November 13, 2025
Reported by CPSC
November 13, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
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Hazard Information
The coaster brakes can fail to engage, resulting in the rider losing control, posing a crash hazard.
What You Should Do
Trek toll-free at 800-373-4594 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/company/legal_policies/safety_recalls/ or www.trekbikes.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.. 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.. Available options: Repair
About This Product
These Trek and Electra bicycles are popular for commuting and recreational riding. The recall targets models with coaster brakes and the supplied replacement rear wheels.
Why This Is Dangerous
Coaster brakes rely on a simple brake mechanism. If engagement fails, the rider may lose braking control, increasing crash risk.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Riders may need to cease use immediately and arrange a repair at no cost. The process can involve dealer visits and scheduling delays.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Find the serial number under the bottom bracket; it starts with WTU.
- Enter the serial number into the Trek recall lookup tool.
- Confirm whether your model is Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru 2026, Trek Precaliber 12/16/20 series, or related CB replacement wheels.
What timeline to expect
Repair scheduling and completion vary by dealer. Typical processing may take several weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with the dealer.
- File a complaint with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) if the company is unresponsive.
- Consider contacting your state attorney general or a consumer protection agency.
How to prevent similar issues
- When buying a bicycle, prefer models with disc brakes or well-maintained braking systems.
- Verify that the dealer performs a safety check and provides a written repair confirmation.
- Ask about software or mechanical recalls during future purchases.
Documentation advice
Keep serial numbers, purchase receipts, repair confirmations, and all correspondence with Trek or Electra dealers.
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Product Details
Affected models include 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; and replacement rear wheels: Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel 2026; Trek Precaliber 16 CB replacement wheel 2026; Trek Precaliber 20 CB replacement wheel 2026. Bikes were sold at Trek authorized retailers nationwide and online at Trek.com from August 2023 to September 2025. Prices ranged from about $300 to $660 for bikes and $66 to $77 for replacement wheels.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Affects Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru 2026; Trek Precaliber 12 2026; Trek Precaliber 16 2024 and
- Trek Precaliber 16 2026; Trek Precaliber 20 2024 and 2026; Electra Sprocket 1 16 2026
- CB replacement wheels: Trek Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel 2026; Trek Precaliber 16 CB 2026; 20
- Serials begin with WTU and are located under the bottom bracket
- Sold at Trek authorized retailers nationwide and at Trek.com from August 2023 to September 2025
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