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Public Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: April 5, 2012 Initiated: April 5, 2012 #12145

Product Description

This recall involves 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.. Recalled by Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals). Units affected: About 4,100.
Why was this product recalled?
The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 5, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12145.