Light & Motion Recalls Bicycle Light Batteries for Fire and Burn Hazards
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3464.
The recalled batteries are found in Light & Motion 2004 ARC Li-Ion HID lighting systems. The lights are black with "ARC" and "LIGHT & MOTION" written in yellow letters. The recall includes only batteries with a manufacturer date code of 1003 or 1103. The date code is stamped on the bottom of the battery and "LIGHT & MOTION" is printed on the side of the battery.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3464.
Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and return the battery to Light & Motion for a free replacement.
✅ 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 Authorized Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From November 2003 Through October 2004 For About $500. 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-3464.
Call Light & Motion collect at (831) 645-1538 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's Web site at http://www.bikelights.com
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Authorized Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From November 2003 Through October 2004 For About $500. Recall FAQ
Authorized Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From November 2003 Through October 2004 For About $500. is the subject of an electronics recall: Light & Motion Recalls Bicycle Light Batteries for Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on October 17, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,700 units are potentially affected.