Pedego Inc. recalls Electric Bicycle Batteries
Affected products
Pedego Electric Bicycle Battery
Product description
This recall involves 36-volt and 48-volt lithium ion rechargeable batteries. The recalled batteries were sold separately and as original equipment with Pedego electric bikes. The batteries came in two styles. One style has a silver or black metal case that measures 13 ½ inches (34 centimeters) long and 6 ½ inches (16.5 centimeters) wide and 2 ½ inches (6.25 centimeters) high with black plastic end caps and a handle. The other style has a black or white plastic case that measures about 14 inches (35.5 centimeters) long, 6 ½ inches (16.5 centimeters) wide and 2 ½ inches (6.25 centimeters) high with a red indicator lamp on one end.
Serial numbers that start with 'DLG' are included in this recall. The serial number can be found on a label on the side of the batteries with metal casing and on the underside of the batteries with plastic casing.
Hazard identified
The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Health Canada has not received any consumer reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these batteries.
Pedego Inc. has received one report of a battery overheating, resulting in minor property damage in Canada.
Number sold
Approximately 400 units were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The affected batteries were sold between January 2010 and September 2013 at various retailers.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Manufacturer
- DLG
Shanghai
CHINA
- Distributor
- Pedego Inc.
Irvine
California
UNITED STATES
（来源：http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/53305r-eng.php）