Electric bicycles

CPSC Recall #23-727 — February 16, 2023

Recall #23-727 Date: February 16, 2023 Remedy: Replace

Product

Electric bicycles

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 NameSerial NumberEro500/Cesta500 LXD20100231-LXD20100420 Ero500/Cesta500 LXD20100686- LXD20100830 Ero500/Cesta500 LXD20100956- LXD20101060 

Hazard

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

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

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.

Units Affected

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.

Manufacturer

Shenzhen Xidesheng Bicycle Co Ltd, of China

Importer

Linus Bike Inc., of Venice, California

Manufactured In

China