CPSC and EV Global Motors Co. Announce Recall of Lithium Batteries in Electric Bikes
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-09-17). Hazards: fire, burn. About 2,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02251 |
| Published | 2002-09-17 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-15 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Lithium Batteries in Electric Bikes |
| Firm named in the title | EV Global Motors Co. |
| Firms | EV Global Motors Co., of North Hills, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan, United States |
| Units (US) | 2,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Sold | Bicycle, automobile and Internet retailers nationwide sold the electric bikes, from February 2001 through July 2002, for between $1,400 and $1,700. |
Description
The recalled lithium ion batteries are used to power EV Global's folding Mini E-Bike. The battery, which is located in the battery compartment just in front of the seat, is supplied with most models of the Mini E-Bike. The words "mini e-bike" are printed on the side of the bicycle near the steering column. These bicycles are manufactured in Taiwan and the battery packs are assembled in the U.S.
Hazard
The lithium ion batteries in these bicycles can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available.
Incidents and injuries
EV Global Motors has received five reports of the batteries overheating, three of which caught fire, though no injuries have been reported.
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