CPSC2008-07-22
Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders
Electra Bicycle Company, LLC of Vista, Calif.
Hazard
The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.
Sold at
Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.
Affected count
About 9,500
Injuries reported
Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Amsterdam Bicycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.electrabike.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Electra-Bicycle-Company-Recalls-Amsterdam-Bicycles-Chain-Can-Derail-and-Pose-Injury-Risk-to-RidersDon't want to check this manually?
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