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Fall / CollapseAugust 14, 2001CPSC #01216

CPSC, BikeE Announce Recall of Recumbent Bicycle Suspension Forks

Brand
Product
Bicycles
Units affected
1,400
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The link pins in the forks can fall out, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious injuries.

Injuries

BikeE Corp. has received two reports of pins falling out of forks, resulting in two minor injuries to riders.

Where it was sold

  • BikeE authorized dealers sold the bicycles, from December 1999 through August 2001, for between $1,500 and $1,750.

Photos

Bicycle with recalled suspension forkBicycle with recalled suspension fork
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