Warning
Lectric Ebikes Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Sold on Lectric E-Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #23789
Lectric Ebikes Recalls Disc Brake Calipers Sold on Lectric E-Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Lectric eBikes LLC, of Phoenix, Arizona · Disc brake calipers sold on Lectric e-bicycles
Product Description
This recall involves mechanical disc brake calipers located on both front and rear of Lectric electric bicycle models XP 3.0 Black, XP 3.0 Long- Range Black, XP Step-Thru 3.0 Black, XP Step-Thru 3.0 White, XP Step-Thru 3.0 Long Range, XP Step-Thru 3.0 Long Range White. The model name is printed on the bike's rear rack.
Hazard
The mechanical disc brake calipers located on the front and rear of the e-bike can fail resulting in loss of control, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using Lectric e-bikes with the recalled disc brake calipers and contact the firm for a free mechanical caliper repair kit. Consumers will receive up to $100 towards the cost to install front and rear mechanical brake calipers. Lectric Ebikes is contacting all purchasers directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received four reports of loss of braking power including two injuries that involved cuts, scrapes and a broken bone.
411 Press Analysis
The firm has received four reports of loss of braking power including two injuries that involved cuts, scrapes and a broken bone. The CPSC has recalled about 45,000 of Disc brake calipers sold on Lectric e-bicycles, manufactured by Lectric eBikes LLC, of Phoenix, Arizona. The recall was announced on September 7, 2023. The mechanical disc brake calipers located on the front and rear of the e-bike can fail resulting in loss of control, posing crash and injury. Consumers should discontinue use and schedule a free repair. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.
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