Electric bicycles
CPSC Recall #23-727 — February 16, 2023
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