Brompton Bicycle · Recalled
Brompton Bicycle Recalls Brompton T-Line Foldable Bicycles Due to Fall 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
- Units
- About 1,080 (In addition, about 31 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 13
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $5,225–$5,500
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
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.
The file
- 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.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- United Kingdom
- Recalled by
- Brompton Bicycle Inc., of Brooklyn, New York
Incident log
The firm has received 13 reports of incidents of steering misalignment or loss of steering control worldwide. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says 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.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
