CPSC2008-08-19
Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of 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 these bicycles and contact Electra Bicycle to determine if his/her bike is included in this recall. Consumers with a recalled bike can 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 1,500 (This recall was first announced in July 2008)
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-Expands-Recall-of-Amsterdam-Bicycles-Chain-Can-Derail-and-Pose-Injury-Risk-to-RidersDon't want to check this manually?
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