Trek recalls 2015 Superfly FS, X1 and XT bicycles with Bontrager carbon seatposts that can crack and break, causing falls. Affected models have serial numbers ending in J or K. Replace seatpost for free with $20 coupon through Dec 31, 2015.
The seatpost can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Trek is recalling 2015 Superfly FS, X1 and XT bicycles that have a seatpost which can crack and break, potentially causing falls. This recall affects riders who own these specific models with serial numbers ending in J or K.
The seatpost can crack and break under normal use, which may cause the rider to fall. This fall hazard could lead to injuries such as bruises, cuts, or more serious harm depending on the situation.
Riders who own 2015 Trek Superfly FS, X1 or XT bicycles with serial numbers ending in J or K are affected. These riders are most at risk if the seatpost cracks and breaks during use.
Check the serial number on the bottom of the bicycle frame. If it ends in J or K, the bicycle is part of this recall. Also look for 'Superfly FS', 'X1' or 'XT' printed on the top tube and 'Bontrager Carbon' on the seatpost.
Immediately stop using the recalled bicycles as the seatpost can crack and break, causing a fall hazard.
Contact a Trek authorized retailer for a free replacement seatpost and a $20 coupon for Bontrager merchandise.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek retailer for a free replacement seatpost plus a $20 coupon toward any Bontrager merchandise. The coupon can be used through December 31, 2015.
The recall affects 2015 Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles with Bontrager Approved Carbon seatposts.
Check the serial number on the bottom of the frame; if it ends in J or K, your bicycle is affected.
Immediately stop using it and contact a Trek authorized retailer for a free replacement seatpost and a $20 coupon for Bontrager merchandise.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Trek to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6489 — Trek Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles Hello, I own a Trek 9.8 Superfly FS SL, X1 and XT bicycles that is covered by recall 6489 from Trek. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek retailer for a free replacement seatpost plus a $20 coupon toward any Bontrager merchandise. The coupon can be used through December 31, 2015. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
