CPSC, BikeE Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycle Suspension Forks
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1030.
The recalled forks were used on the front suspension of the BikeE FX models and on the full suspension of the RX models. The 2000 and 2001 model year bicycles can be identified by a serial number located below the crank bottom bracket on the frame. Model Name Serial Number Identification FX and RX Starts with "F" and is followed by five digits or starts with "B" followed by one character and six digits. Examples: F1111 or BF111111 or BR22222F The recalled bicycles have a lowered seating position and foot pedals right below the handle bars, allowing riders to sit in a horizontal riding position.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1030.
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 purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Bikee Authorized Dealers Sold The Bicycles, From December 1999 Through August 2001, For Between $1,500 And $1,750. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1030.
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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Bikee Authorized Dealers Sold The Bicycles, From December 1999 Through August 2001, For Between $1,500 And $1,750. Recall FAQ
Bikee Authorized Dealers Sold The Bicycles, From December 1999 Through August 2001, For Between $1,500 And $1,750. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, BikeE Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycle Suspension Forks. The notice was published on August 14, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,400 units are potentially affected.