Origin8 Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
USOrigin8 Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe frame on the folding bicycles can break, posing a fall hazard.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves three models, the F1, F3 and F7. The F1 model is a single-speed folding bike which came in matte black and can be identified by the "F1" on the top tube. The F3 model is a three-speed folding bike which came in white and can be identified by "F3" on the top tube. The F7 model is a seven-speed folding bike which came in battleship gray and can be identified by "F7" on the top tube. The serial number is located on the bottom tube, near the bike pedals. Serial number ranges included in the recall are as follows: F1 Model Serial number range: B0470373-B0470459 B181460001-B181460100 B13223229 - B13223374 F3 Model Serial number range: B181460101 - B181460200 B0470460-B0470580 B130170001-B130170147 B181404945 - B181405079 F7 Model Serial number range: B181460201 - B181460320 B0470581-B0470746 B131070148-B130170279 B13223375 - B13223510 B181405080 - B181405255
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedOrigin8 folding bicycles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Origin8-Recalls-Folding-Bicycles |
| Title | Origin8 Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16068.Orgin8F1FoldingBicycle.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Origin8 F1 Folding Bicycle |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16068.Orgin8F3FoldingBicycle.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Origin8 F3 Folding Bicycle |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16068.Orgin8F7FoldingBicycle.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Origin8 F7 Folding Bicycle |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2016.16068.Orgin8SerialNumber.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Origin8 Location of Serial Number |
| Hazards › Name | The frame on the folding bicycles can break, posing a fall hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | Origin8 has received 13 reports of welds on the frame cracking or failing. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Origin8 folding bicycles |
| Products › Type | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 68242 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,600 |
| Recall I D | 6612 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a free replacement bicycle. |
| Importers › Name | J&B Importers, Inc., of Miami, Fla. |
| Retailers › Name | Independent bicycles dealers nationwide between August 2012 and October 2015 for between $370 and $480. |
| Recall Date | 2015-12-30T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves three models, the F1, F3 and F7. The F1 model is a single-speed folding bike which came in matte black and can be identified by the "F1" on the top tube. The F3 model is a three-speed folding bike which came in white and can be identified by "F3" on the top tube. The F7 model is a seven-speed folding bike which came in battleship gray and can be identified by "F7" on the top tube. The serial number is located on the bottom tube, near the bike pedals. Serial number ranges included in the recall are as follows: F1 Model Serial number range: B0470373-B0470459 B181460001-B181460100 B13223229 - B13223374 F3 Model Serial number range: B181460101 - B181460200 B0470460-B0470580 B130170001-B130170147 B181404945 - B181405079 F7 Model Serial number range: B181460201 - B181460320 B0470581-B0470746 B131070148-B130170279 B13223375 - B13223510 B181405080 - B181405255 |
| Recall Number | 16068 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | Origin8 at 800-666-5000 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.origin8.bike and click support for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-12-30T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Origin8 Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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