Electric Motion Systems recalls

Electric Motion Systems, LLC Recalls Lithium-Poly Battery Pack Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date

2011-10-21

Recall number

12702

Product type

E-bike

Units

About 70

Hazard

The battery can overheat and catch fire.

Incidents and injuries

The company was aware of three reports of the battery catching fire. One incident resulted in a consumer receiving minor burns.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the battery packs. Dispose of the battery packs according to federal, state and/or local regulations. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.

Sold at

Bike shops nationwide and the company's website, from October 2009 through November 2010. Batteries sold for between $900 and $1,000 and the E+ Flex Kits were sold for between $2,325 and $2,675.

Made in

China

Official CPSC notice