# Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Heckler 9 Electric Bicycles Due to Fall and Fire Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2022-05-05 · 22132 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 22132
- **Date:** 2022-05-05
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Santa Cruz Bicycles 2022 Heckler 9 Electric Bicycles

## Hazards

The latch mechanism that holds the battery in place can malfunction, causing the battery to dislodge from the frame and fall to the ground, posing a fall hazard to the rider. Additionally, the latch spring can cause additional wear on the battery housing over time, posing a fire hazard.

## Remedies

Repair

## Manufacturer(s)

Santa Cruz Bicycles LLC, of Santa Cruz, California

## Retailer(s)

Online at santacruzbicycles.com and at bicycle shops and sporting goods stores nationwide from January 2022 through March 2022 for between $8,200 and $13,300.

## Country of manufacture

United States

## Description

This recall involves 2022 Santa Cruz Heckler 9 model electric bicycles (e-bikes), which were sold in Gloss Avocado Green or Maritime Gray colors. They come with an interchangeable 720WH battery that sits inside a black case under the frame. The name "SANTA CRUZ" is printed on the sides of the downtube of the bicycle frame, and "Heckler" is printed on the top tube of the frame and on the inside of the left chainstay on the frame.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Santa-Cruz-Bicycles-Recalls-Heckler-9-Electric-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-and-Fire-Hazards)
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