CPSC and EV Global Motors Co. Announce Recall of Lithium Batteries in Electric Bikes
CPSC recall 02251 · announced September 17, 2002 · Ev Global Motors Co · 2,000 units affected
The product
The recalled lithium ion batteries are used to power EV Global's folding Mini E-Bike. The battery, which is located in the battery compartment just in front of the seat, is supplied with most models of the Mini E-Bike. The words "mini e-bike" are printed on the side of the bicycle near the steering column. These bicycles are manufactured in Taiwan and the battery packs are assembled in the U.S.
The hazard
The lithium ion batteries in these bicycles can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): EV Global Motors has received five reports of the batteries overheating, three of which caught fire, though no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Bicycle, automobile and Internet retailers nationwide sold the electric bikes, from February 2001 through July 2002, for between $1,400 and $1,700.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.