CPSC recall · Reported July 22, 2008
Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders
The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8,….
Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 22, 2008. Reason: The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra …. Verify recall #08337 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail….
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- agency class
- July 22, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08337 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8, and Sport 3 styles. The bicycles have an enclosed chainguard. "Electra" and "Amsterdam" are printed on the bicycle's frame and/or chainguard. Bicycles with frame numbers beginning with "F06" or "EL" or bicycles with chainguards marked "06/08" are not included in this recall. The frame number is located on the underside of the bottom bracket.
Reason for recall
The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08337 |
| Date reported | July 22, 2008 |
| Date initiated | July 22, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 9,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and…
- Check the recall number (08337) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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