West Marine Recalls Folding Bicycles; Frames Can Break Causing Riders to Fall
Source: CPSC Recall #14096
Recall Date
2014-01-30
Manufacturer
West Marine Products Inc., of Watsonville, Calif.
Units Affected
About 4,600
Products Involved
Folding Bicycles
Hazard
The bicycle's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to West Marine for a free replacement folding bicycle.
Reported Injuries
West Marine has received three reports of the bicycle's frame breaking, resulting in bruises and scrapes to a rider.
Sold At
West Marine stores nationwide, online at www.westmarine.com and in the West Marine catalog from March 2010 through July 2013 for between $300 and $400.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves two models of folding bicycles, the Jetty Express 2 and the Port Runner 2, that are designed for use in and around docks and marinas. The Jetty Express 2 has a blue and white frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Jetty Express 2 is printed on the bike's frame. The Port Runner 2 has a red frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Port Runner 2 is printed on the bike's frame.
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