Public Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1016.
This recall involves 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1016.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Public Bikes & Gear In San Francisco And Other Public Bikes Dealers In 16 States Nationwide And Publicbikes.com From April 2010 Through January 2012 For Between $500 And $1,250. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1016.
For additional information, please contact Public Bikes toll-free at (855) 840-1400 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.publicbikes.com
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Public Bikes & Gear In San Francisco And Other Public Bikes Dealers In 16 States Nationwide And Publicbikes.com From April 2010 Through January 2012 For Between $500 And $1,250. Recall FAQ
Public Bikes & Gear In San Francisco And Other Public Bikes Dealers In 16 States Nationwide And Publicbikes.com From April 2010 Through January 2012 For Between $500 And $1,250. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Public Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on April 5, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,100 units are potentially affected.