Recalls / 2009-10-14
Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Bicycles with Front Trays or Baskets; Trays and Baskets Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to Riders
10011 · Recalled 2009-10-14 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the 2009 Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i, Holiday 8i and Surf 3i bicycles with front-mounted trays or baskets. The trays have an alloy frame with wooden slats. The baskets are wicker with a removable tote bag. The trays were sold as original equipment on the bicycles and as aftermarket items. The baskets were sold only as aftermarket items.
Hazards
The front tray or basket on the bicycles can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Reported injuries
Electra Bicycle Co. has received 15 reports of the front tray or the basket coming loose including two reports of minor cuts and bruises.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair of the trays that came as original equipment on the bicycles, or a refund for trays and baskets purchased as aftermarket items.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Model Electra Bicycles with Front Trays or Baskets | About 6,400 (3,000 units were previously recalled in March 2009) |
Parties
- Importer
- Electra Bicycle Co., of Vista, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide, $750 for the bicycles, about $100 for after-market trays, baskets.
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
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Source: CPSC recall 10011. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.