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Foldable electric bicycle Brompton — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. INFO/00116/21
Summary
Due to a software error, the fail-safe function may not operate and the electric system may keep the bike in motion when the user tries to brake in case of emergency, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 15194.
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Product
Foldable electric bicycle — Brompton
- Brand
- Brompton
- Name / model
- Brompton Electric
- Category
- Hobby/sports equipment
- Folding electric bicycle.
What is the risk?
- Due to a software error, the fail-safe function may not operate and the electric system may keep the bike in motion when the user tries to brake in case of emergency, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 15194.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 07/04/2021
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 07/04/2021
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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