Woom ORIGINAL Bicycles recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

July 6, 2023

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

woom Bikes USA Recalls woom ORIGINAL Kids' Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Recall number

23239

Brand / firm

woom Bikes USA, of Austin, Texas

Sold / distributed

woom.com, amazon.com and select local bicycle stores nationwide from September 2018 through March 2022 for between $200 and $530.

Why it was recalled

The stem and handlebar on the bikes can detach and cause riders to lose control, posing a fall hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves all sizes of woom ORIGINAL 2018 - 2021 model bikes. The stems on these bikes have one silver bolt to clamp onto the steerer tube. These bikes are designed for children between 18 months and 14 years. They were sold in six versions: woom 1, woom 1 Plus, woom 2, woom 3, woom 4, woom 5 and woom 6. The woom 1 and woom 1 PLUS are balance bikes, woom 2 through 6 are pedal bikes. These bikes were sold in red, green, blue, purple and yellow colors. The word "woom" in white letters is displayed on the sides of the downtube. The word "woom" in metallic letters is also visible on the front of the headtube. The markings "#woombikes" in black letters on chain stay and wheel size in black on sides of the front fork.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles and contact woom Bikes USA for a free repair kit. woom Bikes USA is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.