CPSC recall 19-052, announced December 18, 2018, covers Forever Machine Industrial TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O adult tricycles (about 450 units). The torque sensor in the wheel can activate unexpectedly and cause the trike to power forward, posing crash and injury hazards. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and a software upgrade. Recall contact: call 800-945-9110, or go to www.terratrike.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.
The serial numbers included in this recall are listed on the firm's website at www.terratrike.com and are located under the main tube on a barcoded sticker near the rear wheel.
Which products are included?
This recall involves yellow TerraTrike Rambler Electrical Vehicle Option ( E.V.O.) recumbent pedal-powered trikes with an electric assist wheel. The trikes have two wheels in the front and one wheel in the back with a large black hub motor. "Terra Trike" is printed on the front of the back rest area. The model name "Rambler E.V.O." is located on the front outrigger tube that connects to the front left wheel. The serial numbers included in this recall are listed on the firm's website at www.terratrike.com and are located under the main tube on a barcoded sticker near the rear wheel. The serial numbers are also stamped into the head (vertical) tube of the outrigger.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The torque sensor in the wheel can activate unexpectedly and cause the trike to power forward, posing crash and injury hazards.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received five reports of the torque sensor activating while not pedaling. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and a software upgrade.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Forever Machine Industrial Co. Ltd., of Taiwan (frame), Falco eMotors Pvt Ltd., of Pune, Maharashtra India (torque sensor)
- Recall number
- 19-052
- Units
- About 450
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan (frame), India (torque sensor)
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized TerraTrike dealers, independent bicycle dealers and recumbent bicycle specialty stores nationwide and online at www.TerraTrike.com from August 2017 through October 1, 2018 for about $3,500.
- Importer
- WizWheelz Inc., dba TerraTrike, of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Recall contact information
TerraTrike at 800-945-9110 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.terratrike.com and click on “Important Recall” for more information .
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