CPSC Recall in 2015: Pedego Recalls Electric Bicycle Batteries Due To Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2015.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-124

Date: April 29, 2015

Product Name: Lithium ion rechargeable batteries

Recall Description:

Both the metal and plastic styles of 36-volt and 48-volt rechargeable lithium ion batteries can overheat and catch fire.

Hazard Description:

The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 5,000

Incidents:

Pedego has received six reports of batteries overheating and catching fire, including one report of property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Bicycle stores and electric bike retailers and online at www.pedegoelectricbikes.com from January 2010 through September 2013. The batteries were sold separately for about $600 to $900 and on electric bicycles that sold for between $2,000 and $3,000.

Manufactured In:

China.