CPSC Recall in 2021: Brompton Bicycle Recalls Electric Folding Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 21-116

Date: April 21, 2021

Product Name: Brompton Electric Folding Bicycles

Recall Description:

This recall involves Brompton Electric Folding Bicycles.  The bicycles have a three section folding frame, 16-inch wheels and were sold in black, white, Turkish green & bolt lacquer.  The serial number is printed on a label on the frame of the bicycle.  For a full list of the serial numbers included in the recall, visit https://us.brompton.com/recall. 

Hazard Description:

Due to a software malfunction, the electric system can continue to provide assistance to the motor, causing continued forward momentum, when the rider is not actively pedalling, posing fall and injury hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 600

Incidents:

The firm has received one report of a software issue that caused a bicycle to provide continued assistance when the rider had stopped pedalling. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

The Brompton Junction Store in New York and authorized Brompton Electric Dealers nationwide from June 2020 through March 2021 for between $3,500 and $3,800.

Manufactured In:

United Kingdom