Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 13038 · announced November 14, 2012 · Green Gear Cycling Inc., Dba Bike Friday · 3,800 units affected
The product
This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles. The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.
The hazard
The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike Friday to schedule a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.
Sold at: Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.
Consumer contact: Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on “tikit stem recall” for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.