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Pedego Recalls Electric Bikes Due to Fall Hazard

Recall 20-188 · September 23, 2020 · Pedego

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Pedego dealer to arrange for a free repair.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
20-188 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 23, 2020
Brand
Pedego
Category
E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards
Products
Electric bicycles
Hazard
Fall Hazard
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 11,600
Made in
China, Vietnam
Last updated by CPSC
September 23, 2020

What was recalled

This recall involves six models of Pedego electric bikes. Models include the Interceptor (Including Platinum Edition), City Commuter (Including Mid Drive Edition and Black Edition), Boomerang Plus, Ridge Rider, Trail Tracker (Including Gorilla Edition) and Stretch (Including Dual Drive Edition). The model name is printed on the chain guard or chain stay of the bike. The bikes were sold in various colors. Pedego is printed on the bike frame.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Electric bicycles · About 11,600 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.pedego.com from January 2018 through August 2020 for between $3,000 and $4,700.; Pedego Inc., of Fountain Valley, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Pedego has received five reports of the bike's electrical cable malfunctioning, causing the bike to unexpectedly accelerate. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Pedego toll-free at 888-871-7115 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Sunday through Saturday, or online at www.pedegobikerecall.expertinquiry.com and click on FAQ for more information. Local Pedego dealer contact info can be found at: www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers.

Recall history and context

Pedego appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 44 recalls in the e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards category, 7 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Electric bicycles (About 11,600 units). This recall involves six models of Pedego electric bikes.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Pedego dealer to arrange for a free repair.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 23, 2020. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.