CPSC Recall in 2018: Allen Sports Recalls Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-108

Date: February 26, 2018

Product Name: UltraX and Ultra1 Folding Bicycles

Recall Description:

This recall involves Allen Sports model Ultra1 and UltraX carbon fiber folding bicycles. “ULTRA X” or “ULTRA ONE” are printed on the bicycle’s frame. Both bicycles were sold in black, have 20 speeds and wheel sizes of 451MM. The Ultra One weighs about 21 pounds and the Ultra X weighs about 18 pounds.

Hazard Description:

The bike’s frame can break during use causing the bicycle to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 150

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of the frame breaking causing the rider to fall. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Online at Amazon.com and eBay from May 2014 through July 2017 for between $500 and $4,000.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan