Electric bicycle conversion Copenhagen wheels recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 11, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Superpedestrian Recalls Electric Bicycle Conversion Wheels Due to Fall and Crash Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17754

Brand / firm

Superpedestrian Inc., of Cambridge, Mass.

Sold / distributed

Superpedestrian.com from March 2017 through April 2017 for about $1,500.

Why it was recalled

The rear axle can fail, posing fall and crash hazards to riders.

What was recalled

This recall involves the Copenhagen Wheel electric bicycle conversion wheels with serial numbers 01031708600020000000 through 01031710400250000000 for multi-speed wheels and 02031708600020000000 through 02031710400250000000 for single speed wheels. The Copenhagen wheel converts a standard bicycle into an electric bike. It is compatible with 26 inches and 700c (about 28 inches) wheel sizes. All components are housed inside the wheels red hub. The Superpedestrian logo appears in white on the hub. The serial number can be found on the wheel's user interface panel just above the axle.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric bicycle conversion wheel and contact Superpedestrian to receive a free replacement electric bicycle conversion wheel, including shipping.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.