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Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled November 14, 2012 · CPSC recall 13038 · Bike Friday
Hazard
The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 3,800
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.
Description
This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles. The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike Friday to schedule a free repair.
Contact
Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on “tikit stem recall” for more information.
Product
Tikit Folding Bicycles
Manufacturer(s)
Green Gear Cycling Inc., dba Bike Friday, of Eugene, Ore.
Retailers
Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →