CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 19, 2008

Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders

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 "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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact Electra Bicycle to determine if his/her bike is included in this recall. Consumers with a recalled bike can bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.electrabike.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.
Injuries
Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.
Recall Number
08365

Product Information

Product Name
Amsterdam Bicycles
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 1,500 (This recall was first announced in July 2008)
Imported By
Electra Bicycle Company, LLC, of Vista, Calif.
Manufactured In
Taiwan

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 261-1644
Website www.electrabike.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.electrabike.com