Name of Product:
Class 2 Sinch.2 Folding E-Bicycles
Hazard:
The recalled e-bikes can accelerate unexpectedly, resulting in loss of control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Recall Date:
January 04, 2024
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves Class 2 Sinch.2 electric bicycles. The folding, 500w e-bikes were sold in silver (quicksilver) and blue (sapphire.) The e-bike has front and rear tires and foldable handlebars. The name “Aventon” is printed on the side of the downtube of the e-bike frame and “Sinch.2” is printed on the chain stay that runs to the rear of the bicycle connecting the rear wheel to the frame.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled e-bikes and contact a Ride Aventon authorized dealer to schedule a free repair, including a software update to the controller.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received six reports of the recalled e-bikes accelerating unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Bicycle stores nationwide and online at BestBuy.com and Eriksbikeshop.com from April 2023 through August 2023 for about $1,800.
Importer(s):
Ride Aventon Inc., of Brea, California
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