Almost 20,000 electric bicycles manufactured by Trek and Electra are recalled due to a rear wheel bolt that can break during use.
Consumers should immediately stop using the 2026 model Trek FX+1 and Electra Townie Go! e-bicycles. The rear wheel bolts can break when torqued, causing the wheel to separate from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard. Seven reports have been made about rear wheel bolts breaking on affected bicycles. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers have a free repair remedy for consumers who contact about their bikes.
These affected models were sold at Trek stores and authorized retailers nationwide and online from April 2025 through October 2025 for about $2,100. The bikes were manufactured by Hyena, Inc., of Taiwan.
Recall Details
This recall involves the rear wheel bolts on model year 2026 Trek-branded FX+ 1 Midstep, FX+ 1S Midstep, FX+ 1 Stepover, and FX+ 1S Stepover, and Electra-branded Townie Go! Step Thru and Townie Go! S Step Thru electric bicycles sold before October 28, 2025.
These bicycles come in various colors and sizes. The Trek bicycles have “TREK” printed on the downtube of the frame and “FX+” printed on the top tube. The Electra bicycles have “townie” printed on the downtube, “electra” on the seat stay, and “go!” on the chain guard. The original rear wheel bolts are black and connect the motor to the rear frame of the bicycles.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles with recalled bolts. Contact an authorized Trek or Electra dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealer’s location. The dealer will replace the original black rear wheel bolts with new silver rear wheel bolts. Consumers can locate their nearest dealer here.
Consumers who participate in the recall will receive a $10 in-store credit for any Trek, Electra or Bontrager merchandise. The credit is valid through Dec. 31, 2026.
Consumer Info: Contact Trek toll-free at 800-373-4594 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at this link or this link and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.
