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Electra Bicycle Company Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders
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What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.
Who to 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
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 9,500
- Recall date
- July 22, 2008
- Brand
- Electra Bicycle Company, LLC of Vista, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.
Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders”
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