The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09149·Announced 2009-03-11

Electra Recalls 2009 Bicycles with Front Trays Due to Fall Hazard

Electra Bicycle Company is recalling about 3,000 2009 model bicycles because the front tray can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has been reported (minor cuts and bruises), fitting the High severity criterion for products where injury has not yet been reported as severe or fatal, but where a hazard exists.

Plain-English summary

Electra Bicycle Company LLC is recalling approximately 3,000 units of 2009 model bicycles equipped with front trays. The affected models are the Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i, and Surf 3i. These bicycles were sold at authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2008 through February 2009 for between $600 and $750.

The recall is being issued because the front tray on these bicycles can come loose and contact the front tire, which poses a fall hazard to riders. Electra Bicycle has received four reports of the front tray coming loose, including one incident that resulted in minor cuts and bruises.

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.electrabike.com.

The recalled product

Product
2009 Model Electra Bicycles with Front Trays
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Electra Bicycle Company LLC, of Vista, Calif.

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