Electra Bicycles is recalling about 3,000 of its 2009 bikes with a faulty mounting design on the front trays. The front tray on the bicycle can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders. Electra has received four reports of the front tray coming loose, including one incident that resulted in minor cuts and bruises.
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If your bike’s mount looks like the picture above, it needs to be replaced under this recall.  If it looks like the picture below, you’re A-OK.
Description: This recall involves the following Electra 2009 model bicycles: Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i and Surf 3i. Bicycles with trays connected to the fork crown with a bolt passing fully through the tab are not included in the recall.
Sold by: Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2008 through February 2009 for between $600 and $750.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Contact: For additional information, contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.electrabike.com
