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EPISODE · Nov 18, 2025 · 1 MIN

Trek and Electra-branded Bicycles Have Defective Brakes

from Dr. Howard Smith Reports · host Howard G. Smith MD, AM

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNpNq1EaxT/These bike models and replacement wheels have coaster brakes that fail to engage leading to crashes and injuries to riders and bystanders.About 68,000 bicycles and replacement wheels were sold in the US and about 6,820 were sold in Canada at Trek and Electra authorized retailers nationwide and online at Trek.com from August 2023 through September 2025.Stop riding these recalled bicycles and their replacement rear wheels. To obtain a free repair, contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule the service. For more information, contact Trek at 1-800-373-4594 or visit the company online at trekbikes.com and click on “Recall” to access a lookup tool to check whether your bike or wheel is included.https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Trek-Recalls-Bicycles-with-Coaster-Brakes-and-Replacement-Rear-Wheels-Due-to-Crash-Hazard#trek #electra #bicycles #brakes #crash #injuries #recall

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