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Consumers are being strongly advised by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to cease all use of Ridstar Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes immediately due to a significant safety hazard. These electric bicycles present a serious risk of crashes, potentially leading to severe injuries or fatalities. The primary concern is the sudden and unexpected detachment of the front wheel while the e-bike is in operation.
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The CPSC has received 32 reports detailing incidents where the front wheel detached. These detachments have resulted in 31 reported injuries, including concussions, broken bones, cuts, scrapes, and bruises, highlighting the dangerous nature of this defect. The commission is urging consumers not to use these e-bikes and to dispose of them responsibly. Furthermore, consumers are cautioned against selling or giving away these hazardous bicycles. In a related safety concern, the batteries used in the Ridstar Q20 e-bike, which were previously the subject of a CPSC safety warning, require specific disposal procedures.
The manufacturer of these e-bikes, Huizhou Xingqishi Sporting Goods Co., Ltd., based in China, has not responded to the CPSC’s requests for information or cooperation regarding a potential recall. The e-bikes in question are black and feature the Ridstar brand name prominently displayed on the battery. Model numbers Q20 or Q20 Lite are typically found on the purchase receipt. These products were made available for purchase through online retailers including AliExpress.us, Amazon.com, Ridstar.net, and Walmart.com.
Consumers with Ridstar Q20 e-bike batteries are advised that these lithium-ion batteries should not be discarded in regular trash, standard recycling bins, or the general used battery recycling containers found in stores. Due to their heightened fire risk, defective lithium-ion batteries necessitate special handling. It is recommended that consumers consult their local municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center. Before transporting batteries to an HHW center, consumers should contact the facility directly to confirm if they accept defective lithium-ion batteries. If the local center cannot accommodate these batteries, further guidance should be sought from the municipality. Individuals who have experienced a safety incident with this product are encouraged to report it to the CPSC via SaferProducts.gov.
Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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