CPSC, BikeE Corp. Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycles
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2102.
The recall includes all 1999 through 2001 model BikeE bicycles with 27- inch-tall seat backs, silver-colored seat frames with black mesh seat backs. "BikeE" is written on the frame of these bicycles. Recumbent BikeE bicycles with seat backs lower than 27 inches are not included in this recall. Seats with silver-colored rings around the black plastic clamps that attach the seat to the frame of the bicycle have been repaired or are not part of the recall. CPSC and BikeE announced the recall of 700 recumbent tandem bicycles on November 14, 2001, because the steerer tube on the front forks could separate.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2102.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. 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 Nationwide Sold The Recalled Recumbent Bicycles, From February 1999 Through February 2002, For Between $550 And $2,150. 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-2102.
The firm, BikeE, is out of business and cannot be contacted. For further information, consumers may call CPSC's toll-free Hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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Bikee Authorized Dealers Nationwide Sold The Recalled Recumbent Bicycles, From February 1999 Through February 2002, For Between $550 And $2,150. Recall FAQ
Bikee Authorized Dealers Nationwide Sold The Recalled Recumbent Bicycles, From February 1999 Through February 2002, For Between $550 And $2,150. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, BikeE Corp. Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycles. The notice was published on February 28, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,500 units are potentially affected.