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Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders

Recalled August 19, 2008 · CPSC recall 08365 · Electra Bicycle

Recalled Amsterdam Bicycle, showing chainguard and location of frame number

Hazard

The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact Electra Bicycle to determine if his/her bike is included in this recall. Consumers with a recalled bike can bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.

Units

About 1,500 (This recall was first announced in July 2008)

Incidents / injuries

Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.

Description

This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8, and Sport 3 styles. The bicycles have an enclosed chainguard. "Electra" and "Amsterdam" are printed on the bicycle's frame and/or chainguard. Bicycles with frame numbers beginning with "EL" or bicycles with chainguards marked "06/08" are not included in this recall. The frame number is located on the underside of the bottom bracket.

What to do

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

Product

Amsterdam Bicycles

Imported by

Electra Bicycle Company, LLC, of Vista, Calif.

Retailers

Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →