CPSCFebruary 16, 2023

Linus Bike Electric Bicycles recall: Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Linus Bike Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Why was Linus Bike Electric Bicycles recalled?

The bicycle's front fork can crack, posing a crash hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Linus Bike to schedule a free fork replacement. Linus is contacting all known purchasers directly. Contact: Linus Bike at 800-615-1534 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.linusbike.com/pages/cesta-500-ero-500 or www.linusbike.com and click on "Safety Notices" for more information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Electric bicycles
Company
Shenzhen Xidesheng Bicycle Co Ltd, of China, Linus Bike Inc., of Venice, California
Quantity
About 430
Sold at
Independent bicycle shops nationwide and online at www.linusbike.com from January 2020 through October 2022 for between $2,000 and $2,500.
Recall date
February 16, 2023
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves the Linus Bike Cesta 500 and Ero 500 electric bicycles. The serial number can be found on the underside of the frame near the chain ring. The brand name "Linus" is printed on the frame of the bicycle. The recalled bicycles have one of the following serial numbers. Product Name Serial Number Ero500/Cesta500 LXD20100231-LXD20100420 Ero500/Cesta500 LXD20100686- LXD20100830 Ero500/Cesta500 LXD20100956- LXD20101060

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