CPSCRecalled Apr 29, 2015 · #15124
Pedego Recalls Electric Bicycle Batteries Due To Fire Hazard
Hazard
The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
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This recall involves 36-volt and 48-volt lithium ion rechargeable batteries sold separately and as original equipment with Pedego electric bikes. Recalled batteries of each voltage came in two styles. One style has a silver or black metal case that measures about 13 ½ inches long, 6 ½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high, with black plastic end caps and a handle. The other style has a black or white plastic case that measures about 14 inches long, 6 ½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high with a red indicator lamp on one end. The batteries have serial numbers that start with "DLG." A label with the serial number is on one side of the metal batteries and on the underside of the plastic batteries.
Product details
- Product
- Lithium ion rechargeable batteries
- Type
- Batteries and Chargers
- Manufacturer
- Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- 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.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately remove the battery from the bike and contact Pedego for a free replacement battery.