CPSC Recall in 2019: Electric Bicycles Recalled by Faraday; Seat Post Poses Fall Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-156

Date: July 02, 2019

Product Name: Faraday electric Porteur, Porteur S, Cortland and Cortland S Bicycle Seat Posts

Recall Description:

This recall involves seat posts for four Faraday bicycle models, Porteur, Porteur S, Cortland, Cortland S.  The words “HL” or “Zoom” are engraved on the seat post. The bikes were sold in various colors including Classic White, British Racing Green, Tungsten, Slate Gray, Midnight Run, Stingray Blue, Seafoam and Coral.

Hazard Description:

The seat post on the bicycles can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.  

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace, Repair

Units: About 4,450

Incidents:

Faraday has received nine reports of incidents involving the seat post breaking including one minor injury.

Sold At:

Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide or directly to consumers by Faraday from March 2015 through March 2019 for between $2,500 and $3,500.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan