CPSC

BikeE recumbent tandem bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard

Recalled BikeE recumbent tandem bicycle
Recalled BikeE recumbent tandem bicycle

Hazard

The steerer tube on the front forks can separate, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious injuries.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. The firm, BikeE, is out of business and cannot be contacted. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which it was purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.

Consumer Contact

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

Products

BikeE recumbent tandem bicycles

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

BikeE authorized dealers sold the bicycles, from March 2000 through October 2001, for about $2,200.