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🧸 Product FR October 20, 2022

trek — combo guidon/tige bontrager aeolus rsl vr-c

les guidons des vélos concernés peuvent se rompre en cas de surcharge. si cela se produit lors de l'utilisation du vélo, le cycliste pourrait perdre le contrôle du vélo et tomber.

📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
trek — combo guidon/tige bontrager aeolus rsl vr-c
📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
Handlebars and stems on affected bikes may break under overload. If this happens while riding, the rider could lose control, crash, or fall. Stop using the product immediately and return it to the point of sale.
Barcode (GTIN): 601842330029
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This alert was reported 1317 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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11 days in total
May 19, 2026 May 30, 2026
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What is this? This is a bike handlebar made by Trek. It can break if it is overloaded.

What's happening? The handlebar might crack or snap while you ride. If it does, you could lose control and fall.

Does this affect me? If you own a Trek bike with this handlebar, you are at risk.

What should I do? Stop using the bike right away. Take it back to the store where you bought it. Ask the store what to do next.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: vélos, bicyclettes, vélos à assistance électrique · Hazard: blessures · GTIN: 601842330029 · les guidons des vélos concernés peuvent se rompre en cas de surcharge. si cela se produit lors de l'utilisation du vélo, le cycliste pourrait perdre le contrôle du vélo et tomber. · perte de contrôle du vélo, accident et/ou chute · À faire: ne plus utiliser le produit · rapporter le produit au point de vente · contacter le point de vente

First published
October 20, 2022
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/8246/interne

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is this product recall alert about?
trek — combo guidon/tige bontrager aeolus rsl vr-c. Handlebars and stems on affected bikes may break under overload. If this happens while riding, the rider could lose control, crash, or fall. Stop using the product immediately and return it to the point of sale.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on October 20, 2022 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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