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Haibike Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: March 23, 2017 Initiated: March 23, 2017 #17114

Product Description

This recall involves Haibike XDURO Urban, Race and Superrace models of electric bicycles. The recalled bicycles have an aluminum frame, hydraulic disc brakes, and a lithium battery. The recalled bicycles have a letter/number combination ('HAERA' followed by at least three numbers and characters) printed on the front of the frame. Remove the battery to locate the letter/number combination on the frame. The following models are included in the recall. Model Model Year Color Letter/Number Haibike XDURO Urban 2014, 2015 Gray 'HAERA' followed by three numbers and characters Haibike XDURO Urban RC 2016 Gray Haibike XDURO Race 2014, 2015 Black Haibike XDURO Superrace 2014, 2015 Black Haibike XDURO Race S RX 2016 Gray Haibike XDURO Urban S RX 2016 White

Reason for Recall

The fork on the front wheel of the bicycles can rupture or break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Accell North America for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 250 (in addition, 17 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Haibike XDURO Urban, Race and Superrace models of electric bicycles. The recalled bicycles have an aluminum frame, hydraulic disc brakes, and a lithium battery. The recalled bicycles have a letter/number combination ('HAERA' followed by at least three numbers and characters) printed on the front of the frame. Remove the battery to locate the letter/number combination on the frame. The following models are included in the recall. Model Model Year Color Letter/Number Haibike XDURO Urban 2014, 2015 Gray 'HAERA' followed by three numbers and characters Haibike XDURO Urban RC 2016 Gray Haibike XDURO Race 2014, 2015 Black Haibike XDURO Superrace 2014, 2015 Black Haibike XDURO Race S RX 2016 Gray Haibike XDURO Urban S RX 2016 White. Units affected: About 250 (in addition, 17 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The fork on the front wheel of the bicycles can rupture or break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Accell North America for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 23, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17114.