Lithium ion rechargeable batteries
CPSC Recall #15-124 — April 29, 2015
Product
Lithium ion rechargeable batteries
Description
Both the metal and plastic styles of 36-volt and 48-volt rechargeable lithium ion batteries can overheat and catch fire.
Hazard
The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Pedego has received six reports of batteries overheating and catching fire, including one report of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the battery from the bike and contact Pedego for a free replacement battery.
Units Affected
About 5,000
Sold At
Bicycle stores and electric bike retailers and online at www.pedegoelectricbikes.com from January 2010 through September 2013. The batteries were sold separately for about $600 to $900 and on electric bicycles that sold for between $2,000 and $3,000.
Manufacturer
Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Importer
Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Manufactured In
China.