Origin8 Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 16068 · announced December 30, 2015 · J&b Importers · 1,600 units affected
The product
This recall involves three models, the F1, F3 and F7. The F1 model is a single-speed folding bike which came in matte black and can be identified by the "F1" on the top tube. The F3 model is a three-speed folding bike which came in white and can be identified by "F3" on the top tube. The F7 model is a seven-speed folding bike which came in battleship gray and can be identified by "F7" on the top tube. The serial number is located on the bottom tube, near the bike pedals. Serial number ranges included in the recall are as follows: F1 Model Serial number range: B0470373-B0470459 B181460001-B181460100 B13223229 - B13223374 F3 Model Serial number range: B181460101 - B181460200 B0470460-B0470580 B130170001-B130170147 B181404945 - B181405079 F7 Model Serial number range: B181460201 - B181460320 B0470581-B0470746 B131070148-B130170279 B13223375 - B13223510 B181405080 - B181405255
The hazard
The frame on the folding bicycles can break, posing a fall hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a free replacement bicycle. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Origin8 has received 13 reports of welds on the frame cracking or failing. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent bicycles dealers nationwide between August 2012 and October 2015 for between $370 and $480.
Consumer contact: Origin8 at 800-666-5000 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.origin8.bike and click support 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.