Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders
Source: CPSC Recall #08337
Recall Date
2008-07-22
Manufacturer
Electra Bicycle Company, LLC of Vista, Calif.
Units Affected
About 9,500
Products Involved
Amsterdam Bicycles
Hazard
The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain, causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.
Reported Injuries
Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.
Sold At
Authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.
Manufactured In
Taiwan
Full Recall Description
This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8, and Sport 3 styles. The bicycles have an enclosed chainguard. "Electra" and "Amsterdam" are printed on the bicycle's frame and/or chainguard. Bicycles with frame numbers beginning with "F06" or "EL" or bicycles with chainguards marked "06/08" are not included in this recall. The frame number is located on the underside of the bottom bracket.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28