CPSC, BikeE Announce Recall of Recumbent Tandem Bicycle
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-11-14). Hazards: fall, crash. About 700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02039 |
| Published | 2001-11-14 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-30 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | BikeE recumbent tandem bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | BikeE |
| Firms | BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore. (importer) |
| Units (US) | 700 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | BikeE authorized dealers sold the bicycles, from March 2000 through October 2001, for about $2,200. |
Description
The recalled bikes were manufactured in 2000 and 2001. These bikes have two handlebars and two seats, which are in a lowered, horizontal riding position. The name "BikeE" appears on both sides of the main frame. The serial numbers for the E2 models are located on the bottom of the frame, between the foot crank and front wheel. The serial numbers appear as follows: BX000000X or T00000, with X representing a letter and 0 representing a number.
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.
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.
Incidents and injuries
BikeE Corp. has received three reports of steerer tubes beginning to separate; though, no injuries to riders have occurred.
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