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Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard Recall 2025

Issued May 1, 2025

Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard — recalled per CPSC on 5/1/2025. Reason: The recalled electric bicycle's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard..

Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard
Issuing agency
CPSC
Issued
May 1, 2025
States affected
1

What to do right now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. 2

    Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. 3

    Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Summary of the official CPSC notice issued May 1, 2025. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on cpsc.gov

What's recalled

The recalled electric bicycles are sold with a 720W lithium-ion battery that sits inside a black case under the frame. "SANTA CRUZ" is printed on the sides of the downtube of the bicycle frame. "Heckler" is printed on the top tube of the frame and on the inside of the left chainstay. The bikes were sold in various colors, including Gloss Avocado Green and Maritime Gray. Note: Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, in the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal. Before taking your battery or device to a HHW collection center, contact them ahead of time and ask whether they accept recalled lithium-ion batteries. If they don't, contact your municipality for further guidance.

Why it was recalled

The recalled electric bicycle's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Where was it sold
1 state
nationwide
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of May 1, 2025. Do not use or consume the affected product.

How do I know if my Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard is affected?

All units of Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard matching the description above are affected.

What should I do if I have the recalled Santa Cruz Bicycles Recalls Electric Bicycles Due to Fire Hazard?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.