Recall Details and Affected Products
The recalled products are:
- Model Year 2026 Trek Checkpoint+ SL 6 electric bicycle
- Model Year 2026 Trek Checkpoint+ SL 7 electric bicycle
The bicycles come in various colors and sizes. The word “TREK” is located on the downtube of the frame on the bicycle, and the model’s name is printed on the top tube. Manufactured in Cambodia and imported by Trek Bicycle Corporation of Waterloo, Wisconsin. Sold at independent bicycle retailers and Trek authorized retailers nationwide and online from July 2025 through September 2025. The bolts on the chainring can come loose, causing the chainring to separate from the bike. Recall announced December 11, 2025 (CPSC No. 26-138) [1].
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Trek dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer location. The dealer will tighten the chainring bolts to the correct specification. Trek will provide consumers who participate in the recall with a $20 in-store credit toward Trek, Electra, or Bontrager merchandise. The credit is valid through December 31, 2026. Call 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/recalls or go to https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/ and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Health Risks
- The bolts on the chainring can come loose, causing the chainring to separate from the bike.
- This poses a fall or crash hazard.
- It can lead to serious injury.
Symptoms of a Problem
- Chainring feels loose or makes unusual noise.
- Loss of power or control while riding.
- Bruises or pain after a fall.
What Consumers Should Do
- Stop using the bicycle right away.
- Check the model and year.
- Contact a Trek dealer for free repair.
- Keep receipts and photos of the bicycle.
Potential for a Checkpoint Bike Recall Class Action Lawsuit
Owners of these bicycles may join a class action lawsuit. Claims could include:
- The product was defective and unsafe.
- The company did not meet bicycle safety standards.
- It was sold without warnings about chainring risks.
You could get a repair plus money for worry or any injuries. Other bicycle recalls have led to settlements for users.
Do I Have a Checkpoint Bike Recall Class Action Lawsuit?
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References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TREK-Recalls-Electric-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-or-Crash-Hazard
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Regulations-Laws–Standards