CPSC Recall in 2016: Trek Recalls Bicycle Lights Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-052

Date: December 14, 2016

Product Name: Bicycle lights

Recall Description:

This recall involves Trek Bontrager Flare RT and Ion 700 RT bicycle lights. Both models of lights come in black. “Bontrager” and “Transmtr” are printed on the front of the Bontrager Flare RT lights and the date code is printed on the back. “Ion 700 RT,” “700 Lumen” and “Transmtr” are printed on the side of the Ion 700 RT lights and the date code is printed on the bottom under the charging port cover. The recalled lights have the following date code:   Product Date Code Bontrager Flare RT   (Sold individually, but lights can also be paired with a remote transmitter)   Af0400001  through Af0400407   Bontrager Ion 700 RT (Sold as part of a set with a remote transmitter)   1606

Hazard Description:

The bicycle light can operate intermittently when paired with a remote transmitter, reducing the visibility of and for the rider, posing an injury hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 600

Incidents:

The firm has received seven reports of the lights functioning intermittently when paired with a remote transmitter. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.trekbikes.com from July 2016 through October 2016 for between $60 and $240. 

Manufactured In:

Taiwan