Product Recall: Gazelle Makki Cargo Bike With Electrical Support (2108-0063)

Product recall for Gazelle Makki Cargo Bike With Electrical Support presenting a serious risk of injuries

Summary

Product: Gazelle Makki Cargo Bike With Electrical Support

Hazard: Product presents a serious risk of injuries due to potential breakage of the steering mechanism.

Corrective action: Recall of product from end users (completed within the August 2021 - September 2021 period).

Product information

Type Hobby and Sports Equipment – Cargo Bike
Country of Origin Netherlands
Product description Gazelle Makki cargo bike with electrical support / assistance.
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Hazard

This product poses a risk to the user because the threaded rod, positioned at the ball joint that forms part of the steering rod, can break under exceptional circumstances. The failing ball joint will lead to a complete loss of (steering) control of the front wheel on the cargo bike. In such a scenario, most riders would instinctively bring the bike to an emergency stop, in doing so, causing themselves to fall from the bike.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The recall for the bikes affected has been completed within the August 2021 - September 2021 period.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2108-0063

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Published 26 March 2022