2009 Model Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i, Surf 3i Electra Bicycles with Front Trays

Description: Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Bicycles with Front Trays; Trays Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to Riders News from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 11, 2009 Release # 09-149 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 261-1644 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Note: This recall has been updated and expanded Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Bicycles with Front Trays; Trays Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to Riders WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of product: 2009 Model Electra Bicycles with Front Trays Units: About 3,000 Importer: Electra Bicycle Company LLC, of Vista, Calif. Hazard: The front tray on the bicycle can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders. Incidents/Injuries: Electra Bicycle has received four reports of the front tray coming loose, including one incident that resulted in minor cuts and bruises. Description: This recall involves the following Electra 2009 model bicycles: Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i and Surf 3i. Sold by: Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2008 through February 2009 for between $600 and $750. Manufactured in: Taiwan Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair. Contact: 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 [Learn More]