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Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsNov 14, 2012
Bike Friday Tikit Bicycle
Bike Friday Tikit Bicycle

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Hazard

The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike Friday to schedule a free repair.

Repair

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.

Product description

This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles. The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.

Sold on

Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.

Contact the company

Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on “tikit stem recall” for more information.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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