CPSC, BikeE Announce Recall of Recumbent Tandem Bicycle
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-11-14 · 02039
Hazards
The steerer tube on the front forks can separate, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious injuries.
Recall
Number
02039
Date
2001-11-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
BikeE recumbent tandem bicycles
Companies
Retailer(s)
BikeE authorized dealers sold the bicycles, from March 2000 through October 2001, for about $2,200.
Importer(s)
BikeE Corp., of Corvallis, Ore.
Description
The recalled bikes were manufactured in 2000 and 2001. These bikes have two handlebars and two seats, which are in a lowered, horizontal riding position. The name "BikeE" appears on both sides of the main frame. The serial numbers for the E2 models are located on the bottom of the frame, between the foot crank and front wheel. The serial numbers appear as follows: BX000000X or T00000, with X representing a letter and 0 representing a number.