Recalls / 2008-07-22

Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders

08337 · Recalled 2008-07-22 · CPSC page

Recalled Amsterdam Bicycle, showing chainguard and location of frame number

Description

This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8, and Sport 3 styles. The bicycles have an enclosed chainguard. "Electra" and "Amsterdam" are printed on the bicycle's frame and/or chainguard. Bicycles with frame numbers beginning with "F06" or "EL" or bicycles with chainguards marked "06/08" are not included in this recall. The frame number is located on the underside of the bottom bracket.

Hazards

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.

Reported injuries

Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Amsterdam Bicycles		About 9,500

Parties

Importer: Electra Bicycle Company, LLC of Vista, Calif.
Made in: Taiwan
Sold at: Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide, $850.

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

Source: CPSC recall 08337. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.