Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Bicycles with Front Trays; Trays Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to Riders
CPSC recall 09149 · announced March 11, 2009 · Electra Bicycle · 3,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the following Electra 2009 model bicycles: Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i and Surf 3i.
The hazard
The front tray on the bicycle can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Electra Bicycle has received four reports of the front tray coming loose, including one incident that resulted in minor cuts and bruises.
Sold at: Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2008 through February 2009 for between $600 and $750.
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: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.