CPSC2020-09-23
Pedego Recalls Electric Bikes Due to Fall Hazard
Pedego Inc., of Fountain Valley, Calif.
Hazard
An improperly manufactured electrical cable can cause the bicycle to accelerate unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Pedego dealer to arrange for a free repair.
Sold at
Bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.pedego.com from January 2018 through August 2020 for between $3,000 and $4,700.
Affected count
About 11,600
Injuries reported
Pedego has received five reports of the bike's electrical cable malfunctioning, causing the bike to unexpectedly accelerate. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China, Vietnam
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Electric bicycles
Consumer contact
Pedego toll-free at 888-871-7115 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Sunday through Saturday, or online at www.pedegobikerecall.expertinquiry.com and click on FAQ for more information. Local Pedego dealer contact info can be found at: www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Pedego-Recalls-Electric-Bikes-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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