CPSC recall 12-145, announced April 5, 2012, covers 2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles (about 4,100 units). The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider. The notice cites 24 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. Recall contact: call (855) 840-1400, or go to www.publicbikes.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
Public Bikes has received 24 reports of pedals cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals)
- Manufacturer
- Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals)
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 12-145
- Units
- About 4,100
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Public Bikes & Gear in San Francisco and other Public Bikes dealers in 16 states nationwide and publicbikes.com from April 2010 through January 2012 for between $500 and $1,250.
- Importer
- Public Bikes Inc. of San Francisco
2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Public Bikes toll-free at (855) 840-1400 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.publicbikes.com
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