WATERLOO, Wis., April 22 (UPI) -- One million trek bikes have been recalled after a lever malfunction resulted in an injury that left a cyclist paralyzed.
The company recalled 900,000 bikes in the United States and 98,000 in Canada after Trek was made aware of three incidents of injury, including one that caused quadriplegia in a cyclist. The models included in the recall are from 2000 to 2015 and were sold beginning in 1999.
The issue, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, is the quick-release lever, which can come into contact with the front brake disc, resulting in complete wheel separation or the wheel coming to an instant stop.
Trek advises consumers to contact their local retailer for a free replacement of the quick-release lever and a $20 coupon toward any purchase of Bontrager brand merchandise. If a Trek bike owner is unsure whether their bike is included, they can take it to a local Trek retailer for a free inspection.
"We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you," Trek said in a statement announcing the recall. "We value you as a customer and want you to safely enjoy cycling on your Trek bicycle.
