Electra Bike Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Trek Bicycle Corporation and Electra bicycles are covered by three open U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls. They were announced February 20, 2025, November 13, 2025, and January 29, 2026. Each one covers a different group of models. The recalls cover certain Electra e-bikes, Trek and Electra bikes with coaster brakes, and 2026 Trek electric bicycles. Each one was recalled for its own separate mechanical defect. Loose fender bolts, coaster brakes that fail to engage, and rear wheel bolts that can break each pose a hazard for riders. Riders should stop using an affected bike right away. They should also schedule a free dealer repair.

Latest Electra Bikes Recall Updates

January 29, 2026: CPSC Recalls Rear Wheel Bolts on Trek and Electra E-Bikes

On January 29, 2026, the CPSC announced a recall of about 19,890 model-year-2026 Trek FX+ 1 and Electra Townie Go! electric bicycles sold before October 28, 2025[1]. The rear wheel bolts can break when torqued, letting the wheel separate and creating a fall hazard. Trek received seven reports of bolts breaking, with no injuries, and offers a free repair plus a $10 credit through December 2026.

November 13, 2025: CPSC and Health Canada Recall Coaster Brakes on Trek and Electra Bikes

On November 13, 2025, the CPSC and Health Canada jointly announced a recall of about 68,000 U.S. and 6,820 Canadian Trek- and Electra-branded bicycles and replacement rear wheels with coaster brakes[2]. The coaster brakes can fail to engage, causing riders to lose control. The notice lists no reported injuries, and Trek offers a free repair through a serial-number lookup tool, with the sale period running from August 2023 to September 2025.

February 20, 2025: CPSC Recalls Electra E-Bikes for Fender Bolt Defect

On February 20, 2025, the CPSC issued a recall covering about 927 Electra Navigator Go! and Ace of Spades Go! e-bikes after the rear fender bolts were found to loosen without threadlocker[3]. A loose fender can contact the rear wheel and stop the bike suddenly. Trek received two reports, including one injury (a fractured shinbone, torn meniscus, and scrapes), and is contacting known purchasers directly to arrange a free repair.

Which Electra Bikes Are Affected?

The following Electra and Trek bicycle and e-bike models are covered by one of the three recalls, so check your specific model and dates against the list below:

• Electra Navigator Go! e-bikes (model years 2021-2022) and Electra Ace of Spades Go! e-bikes (model years 2018, 2021-2022), sold June 2018 through August 2023, recalled February 20, 2025.
• Trek and Electra bicycles with coaster brakes, including Electra Townie Rental 1 Step Thru, Electra Sprocket 1 16, and Trek Precaliber 12/16/20, plus matching replacement rear wheels, sold August 2023 through September 2025, recalled November 13, 2025.
• Electra Townie Go! Step Thru and Trek FX+ 1 (Midstep, Stepover, and S variants) e-bikes, model year 2026, recalled January 29, 2026.

Why Were the Electra Bikes Recalled?

Trek and Electra bikes were recalled because of three separate mechanical defects. Each defect affects a different model line. Rear wheel bolts on the newest e-bikes can suddenly break under torque. This can let the wheel separate from the frame. On bikes with coaster brakes, the brake can fail to engage. This can make the rider lose control while riding. On the earlier Electra e-bikes, the rear fender bolts had no threadlocker. They could loosen and touch the spinning wheel. Trek found each defect through its own checks and customer reports, then notified the CPSC, leading to the three recalls.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

The three recalls carry different incident counts. Riders reported each one directly to Trek and the CPSC. For the January 2026 rear-wheel-bolt recall, Trek logged seven reports of a bolt breaking. No injuries had been reported as of the notice. The November 2025 coaster-brake recall carries no reported incidents in the United States or Canada as of the notice date. The February 2025 fender-bolt recall involved two reports, one of which described a fractured shinbone, a torn meniscus, and scrapes. Reported incidents are not proof that every recalled bike will fail. They reflect what riders and dealers told Trek or the CPSC as of each notice’s reporting cutoff date.

What Should Consumers Do?

Owners of an affected Electra or Trek bicycle should take the following recall safety steps as soon as they can:

1. Stop riding the bicycle immediately if it matches a recalled model, especially the coaster-brake, fender-bolt, or rear-wheel-bolt models described above.
2. Check your bicycle’s model, year, and purchase date against the three recalls described above to see if it is included.
3. Contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer directly to schedule a free repair for any affected bicycle, wheel, or e-bike.
4. Call Trek toll-free at 800-373-4594 to ask about a specific model. Or call the CPSC at 800-638-2772, or report a problem online at SaferProducts.gov.

Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions

Health Canada worked jointly with the CPSC and Trek Bicycle Corporation on the November 13, 2025 coaster-brake recall. It issued its own consumer alert that matches the U.S. action[4]. Health Canada’s own alert puts the Canadian count at 6,822 bicycles and replacement wheels, slightly above the CPSC notice’s 6,820. As of November 10, 2025, Trek had received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada or the United States.

Legal Options

No one has filed a lawsuit, a class action, or an MDL over the Electra or Trek bicycle recalls. The JPML keeps a list of pending MDL cases. That list carries no Trek or Electra entry[5]. One injury has been reported. It came from the February 2025 recall. A recall or a reported injury does not automatically prove liability or a right to compensation.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines to bring a legal claim generally come from state law, not from any of these three recall notices themselves. They vary with where the rider lives and when the defect, the incident, and any injury became known, so no single timeline applies to every case. Missing a deadline can end a claim even when the facts are strong, so anyone considering a case should check with a lawyer promptly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Check If My Electra Bike Is Part of a Recall?

You can check whether your Electra bike is affected by comparing its brand, model, and purchase date with the recalls listed above. For coaster-brake bikes, enter the frame’s serial number, which starts with the letters WTU and is printed under the bottom bracket, into Trek’s lookup tool.

Has a Lawsuit Been Filed over the Electra Bike Recalls?

No, none of the three Electra or Trek bicycle recalls has led to a filed lawsuit, class action, or multidistrict case so far. The federal court panel’s pending-case list, current through September 1, 2026, does not name either brand, though one injury was reported.

Who Manufactures the Recalled Electra and Trek Bicycles?

Hyena, Inc., based in Taiwan, manufactures the electric bicycles covered by the newest recall. Trek, of Waterloo, Wisconsin, imported the other recalled bicycles, including the earlier Electra e-bikes, which were made in China.

What Should I Do If I Am Injured on a Recalled Electra Bike?

If you were injured while riding a recalled Electra or Trek bike, report the incident directly to Trek at 800-373-4594 and to the CPSC through SaferProducts.gov. Trek’s lookup tool can also confirm whether your bike’s serial number falls under one of the three recalls.

What Are Trek’s Customer Service Hours for Recall Questions?

Trek’s customer service hours for recall questions run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central time, Monday through Friday. Riders can also reach Trek anytime online through its safety-recalls page or contact the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.

Does Trek Post Recall Updates Anywhere Besides the CPSC Website?

Yes, Trek posts recall updates on its own safety-recalls page besides the CPSC website, listing the coaster-brake, fender-bolt, and rear-wheel-bolt recalls alongside its other active bicycle recalls and linking to the serial-number lookup tool for each one.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Rear-Bolts-on-Trek-and-Electra-Electric-Bicycles-Recalled-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
2. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Trek-Recalls-Bicycles-with-Coaster-Brakes-and-Replacement-Rear-Wheels-Due-To-Crash-Hazard
3. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Trek-Recalls-Electra-E-Bikes-Due-to-Crash-Hazard
4. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/trek-and-electra-brand-bicycles-coaster-brakes-recalled-due-fall-hazard
5. https://www.jpml.uscourts.gov/pending-mdls-0