Brompton Bicycle Recalls Brompton T-Line Foldable Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 24332 · Aug 1, 2024 · About 1,080 (In addition, about 31 were sold in Canada)
Hazard
A loss of alignment between the handlebar and front wheel, due to insufficient torquing of steerer clamp bolts, can cause the rider to lose control of the steering, posing a fall hazard
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Brompton dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair to tighten the steerer clamp bolts on the handlebar stem. Brompton is contacting all registered owners and dealers directly.
Product
This recall involves the Brompton foldable T-Line Bike. The product is 25.4" H x 23.6" W x 12.6" D when folded. The bike has the word "Brompton" printed on the center tube of the frame, and a label providing the frame number and serial number on the back of the vertical seat tube. The label also has a distinctive "T" logo distinguishing this model from others. The bike was sold in Blasted Titanium color.
- Company
- Brompton Bicycle
- Category
- Other
- Units
- About 1,080 (In addition, about 31 were sold in Canada)
- Injuries
- The firm has received 13 reports of incidents of steering misalignment or loss of steering control worldwide. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Independent bike dealers and Brompton Junction Stores nationwide, and online at us.brompton.com from February 2024 through June 2024 for between $5,225 and $5,500.
- Made in
- United Kingdom
- Contact
- Brompton Bicycle Inc. toll-free at 833-507-7975 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at support@brompton.co.uk, or online at us.brompton.com/legal/t-line-recall or go to https://us.brompton.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
Official notice: CPSC.gov ↗