Brompton Bicycle Recalls Foldable Electric Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2022-06-09 · 22155
Hazards
The mudguard is positioned too close to the front wheel which can cause the wheel to lock up leading to sudden deceleration of the bike if an object gets caught between the mudguard and front tire, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Recall
Number
22155
Date
2022-06-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Brompton Electric Folding Bicycles
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Brompton bicycle retailers, online at https://us.brompton.com/, and on Brompton retailers' websites from May 2019 through March 2022 for between $3,500 and $3,800.
Importer(s)
Brompton Bicycle Inc., of Brooklyn, New York
Country of manufacture
United Kingdom
Description
This recall involves Brompton foldable electric bicycles with 16-inch wheels, sold in black, white, bolt lacquer, Turkish green, and white/gold colors. "Brompton" is printed on the center tube of the bike's frame. Recalled models include the Brompton Electric M2L, H2L, M6L, and H6L which are printed on the bicycles name plate, which is affixed to the bottom of the seat-post facing rearwards.