Electric Bicycles Recalled by Faraday; Seat Post Poses Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8598.
This recall involves seat posts for four Faraday bicycle models, Porteur, Porteur S, Cortland, Cortland S. The words "HL" or "Zoom" are engraved on the seat post. The bikes were sold in various colors including Classic White, British Racing Green, Tungsten, Slate Gray, Midnight Run, Stingray Blue, Seafoam and Coral.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8598.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bikes and contact Faraday for information on how to receive a free seat post replacement and free installation at a specialty bicycle retailer. Faraday is contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers should not replace the seat post themselves. They should take their recalled bicycles to a specialty bicycle retailer for proper placement and fit of the replacement seat post.
✅ 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 Specialty Bicycle Retailers Nationwide Or Directly To Consumers By Faraday From March 2015 Through March 2019 For Between $2,500 And $3,500. 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-8598.
Faraday Bicycles toll-free at 888-770-7085 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at seatpostrecall@faradaybikes.com or online at www.faradaybikes.com or www.recallrtr.com/faradayseatpost and click on “Seat Post Recall” for more information.
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Specialty Bicycle Retailers Nationwide Or Directly To Consumers By Faraday From March 2015 Through March 2019 For Between $2,500 And $3,500. Recall FAQ
Specialty Bicycle Retailers Nationwide Or Directly To Consumers By Faraday From March 2015 Through March 2019 For Between $2,500 And $3,500. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Electric Bicycles Recalled by Faraday; Seat Post Poses Fall Hazard. The notice was published on July 2, 2019 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,450 units are potentially affected.