Model number check

ULTRA1

Is ULTRA1 recalled? Yes. Model number ULTRA1 is listed in CPSC recall 18-108: The R. A. Allen UltraX and Ultra1 Folding Bicycles, announced February 26, 2018. Hazard: fall. Remedy: refund.

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix on your product label. A similar-looking model may not be included in a recall — the official CPSC notice is always the final authority.

Recall 18-108, published February 26, 2018

The R. A. Allen UltraX and Ultra1 Folding Bicycles

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

ULTRA1
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: ULTRA1.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Allen Sports model Ultra1 and UltraX carbon fiber folding bicycles. "ULTRA X" or "ULTRA ONE" are printed on the bicycle's frame. Both bicycles were sold in black, have 20 speeds and wheel sizes of 451MM. The Ultra One weighs about 21 pounds and the Ultra X weighs about 18 pounds.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The bike's frame can break during use causing the bicycle to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and email Allen Sports at customerservice@allensportsusa.com with photo of the bicycle to receive full refund instructions.

Remedy type: Refund

Brand
The R. A. Allen
Recall published
February 26, 2018
Units
About 150
Sold at / sales period
Online at Amazon.com and eBay from May 2014 through July 2017 for between $500 and $4,000.

Related recalls

Selected by shared brand or consumer-product category.