CPSC recall 12-202, announced June 21, 2012, covers Acetrikes Industrial Tricruiser Electric-Powered Adult Tricycles (about 2,100 units). The rear axle can break causing a rear wheel to detach, posing a fall hazard to the rider. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using these tricycles and contact Currie Technologies to receive a free replacement component and repair. Recall contact: call (800) 377-4532, or go to www.currietech.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.
Affected model numbers
Recalled tricycles are in the serial number range ACB06L00001 to ACB10H99999.
Which products are included?
The recalled tricycles are battery powered with 24" wheels and a basket between the rear wheels. Their brand name, eZip or iZip, is printed on the sides of the bike and above the front wheel. Bikes were sold in the following colors: red, blue and sand. Recalled tricycles are in the serial number range ACB06L00001 to ACB10H99999. Serial numbers are engraved on the frame under the handlebar support on the front of the tricycle. Model numbers include EZ-TRY-SD, IZ-TRY-RD, IZ-TRICR7-BL and IZ-TRY8-BL.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rear axle can break causing a rear wheel to detach, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of six incidents, including five reports of bruises and scrapes.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these tricycles and contact Currie Technologies to receive a free replacement component and repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Acetrikes Industrial
- Manufacturer
- Acetrikes Industrial Co., Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 12-202
- Units
- About 2,100
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle shops and electric bicycle shops nationwide and online at Walmart.com from March 2007 through March 2012 for between $850 and $1120.
- Distributor
- Currie Technologies, of Chatsworth, Calif.
Tricruiser Electric-Powered Adult Tricycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Currie Technologies at (800) 377-4532 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the Currie Technologies website at www.currietech.com
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