Public Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-05). Hazards: fall. About 4,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12145 |
| Published | 2012-04-05 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-22 |
| Product category | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products | 2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Public Bikes |
| Firms | Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals) (manufacturer); Public Bikes Inc. of San Francisco (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 4,100 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Public Bikes & Gear in San Francisco and other Public Bikes dealers in 16 states nationwide and publicbikes.com from April 2010 through January 2012 for between $500 and $1,250. |
Description
This recall involves 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.
Hazard
The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
Incidents and injuries
Public Bikes has received 24 reports of pedals cracking. No injuries have been reported.
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