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

  • Picture of Recalled Amsterdam Bicycle
Name of Product:
Amsterdam Bicycles
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:
Inspect
Replace
Recall Date:
August 19, 2008
Units:

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

Consumer 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.

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Recall Details

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.

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

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

Sold At:
Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.
Importer(s):

Electra Bicycle Company, LLC, of Vista, Calif.

Manufactured In:
Taiwan
Recall number:
08-365

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