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Electric Bike Conversion Kit, EBK-N005-RR — falls risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFallsAug 13, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Electric Bike Conversion Kit, EBK-N005-RR — falls risk
Photo from the official notice: Electric Bike Conversion Kit, EBK-N005-RR — falls risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the supplied crankshaft sensor, which checks if the rider is pedalling to allow the assist mode, and also the supplied brake levers, which cut off the power to the hub when operated, were not connected. The electric bicycle could be used as is in an electric motorcycle mode up to 34km/h, in excess of the maximum permissible speed for an electrically assisted pedal cycle. The unexpected and excessive speed could cause the rider to lose control and fall from the cycle. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

E-Bike conversion kit for a standard bicycle.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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