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Trek Allant+ Bikes Have Faulty Rear Brakes


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Recall By: Cpsc;  Trek Bicycle Corporation


Problem:  Trek Allant+ 7 bicycles equipped with Tektro brakes have rear brake hoses that kink and break when turning the handlebars leading to loss of control, crashes, and injuries to the rider and bystanders.


Sold:  About 7,000 of these bikes were sold at Trek-owned and other bicycle stores nationwide.


Actions:  Stop riding these bikes and contact your Trek dealer for a free repair.  For more information about the recall, phone Trek at 1-800-373-4594.


https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Trek-Recalls-Allant-7-Bicycles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard


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Dr. Howard Smith ReportsBy Howard G. Smith MD, AM