Trek Recalls Kickster Bikes Due to Fall Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #19173
Recall Date
2019-07-24
Manufacturer
Lee Chi Enterprises Co., of Taiwan
Units Affected
About 11,560 (In addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Trek Kickster
Hazard
The steer tube clamp on the bike can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bikes away from children and take it to a Trek retailer for a free repair.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of broken steer tube clamps, including one injury with minor scrapes and bruising
Sold At
Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com and other online retailers from August 2012 through April 2019 for about $170.
Manufactured In
Taiwan
Full Recall Description
This recall involves all model year 2013 through 2019 Trek Kicksters. The bikes are made for toddlers who are learning how to ride a two wheeler. The kicksters do not have pedals so children can focus on balancing. They come in black, blue, red and pink and "TREK" is written on the crossbar.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28