Use the official model list and remedy instructions.
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E-Bike Recalls & Safety Warnings
Use this page when an e-bike, battery, or charger might be unsafe. Match your exact model, see whether it is a recall or warning, then open the official notice before you ride or buy used.
Battery, charger, label, model- Match the exact product
- Read the notice type
- Follow the official action
4 official recalls3 CPSC safety warnings
Recall vs warning
Recall or warning? Here is the difference.
A recall usually comes with a company-backed remedy such as a refund, repair, or replacement. A CPSC safety warning can still be urgent: CPSC may tell riders to stop using a product even when the company has not agreed to an acceptable recall.
Pay close attention to stop-use, disposal, and resale language.
1
Match the label, not just the brand.
Many notices apply to exact batteries, model numbers, wiring harnesses, or specific bike builds.
2
Notice type changes the next move.
A recall may have a refund or replacement. A warning can still mean stop using the product now.
3
Follow the official action path.
Some products need refund paperwork. Some batteries need household hazardous-waste handling.
Battery disposal
Do not put recalled or defective e-bike batteries in ordinary trash or recycling.
Do not throw a recalled or defective lithium-ion e-bike battery in the trash, curbside recycling, or a regular battery recycling box. Contact your local household hazardous-waste facility first and ask whether it accepts defective or recalled lithium-ion e-bike batteries.
- 01Stop using it
- 02Keep it out of bins
- 03Call local HHW first
Current notices
Check the exact product, then the official action.
Use the filters to narrow the list. For the final answer on your exact model, battery label, and remedy, open the official CPSC notice.
CPSC Safety Warning
Ridstar Q20 and Q20 Pro e-bikes
Stop use and disposeBattery Fire HazardStop UseDo Not ResellHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The e-bikes' batteries and wires can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Action / remedy
Remove the battery from the e-bike immediately, follow local hazardous-waste disposal procedures, and do not sell or give away the hazardous batteries.
Affected models
Q20, Q20 Pro
Battery model numbers
CPSC notice does not list separate battery model numbers.
Sold at
Amazon.com, Ridstar.net, and Walmart.com.
Incidents
CPSC is aware of 11 fire reports, including one burn injury, five smoke-inhalation reports, and two property-damage reports totaling over $40,000.
CPSC says the manufacturer refused to agree to an acceptable recall.
CPSC Safety Warning
Rad Power Bikes lithium-ion batteries
Stop use and disposeBattery Fire HazardStop UseDo Not ResellHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The hazardous batteries can unexpectedly ignite and explode, especially when the battery or harness has been exposed to water and debris.
Action / remedy
Immediately remove the affected battery from the e-bike, follow local hazardous-waste disposal procedures, and do not sell or give away the hazardous batteries.
Affected models
RadWagon 4, RadCity HS 4, RadRover High Step 5, RadCity Step Thru 3, RadRover Step Thru 1, RadRunner 2, RadRunner 1, RadRunner Plus, RadExpand 5
Battery model numbers
RP-1304, RAD-S1304Y, HL-RP-S1304
Sold at
RadPowerBikes.com, Best Buy stores, and independent bike shops nationwide; also sold as replacement batteries.
Incidents
CPSC is aware of 31 fire reports, including 12 property-damage reports totaling approximately $734,500.
CPSC says Rad Power Bikes refused to agree to an acceptable recall. This warning is limited to the listed battery model numbers.
Official Recall
FENGQS F7 Pro e-bikes
RefundBattery Fire HazardRefundStop UseHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The e-bikes' lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing serious fire and burn hazards.
Action / remedy
Stop using the recalled e-bike immediately, check the battery production-date details in the official notice, and contact FENGQS for the refund process.
Affected models
F7 Pro
Battery model numbers
21.5Ah battery with production date 2024/4/21
Sold at
Amazon from May 2024 through December 2024.
Incidents
FENGQS has received 13 reports of e-bikes igniting, including two fires with property damage totaling $4,000.
Units
About 100
Official Recall
VIVI 36V lithium-ion batteries used with VIVI e-bikes
ReplacementBattery Fire HazardReplacementStop UseHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Action / remedy
Stop using e-bikes with recalled VIVI batteries, contact VIVI for a free replacement battery and charger, and follow the disposal confirmation steps in the official notice.
Affected models
C26, MT20, Z3, M026SH, H6, H7, MT26H, 26LGB, M026TGB, MT26G, FM20, F20, S3, Z1, Z2
Battery model numbers
Multiple 36V battery model numbers are listed in the official CPSC table.
Sold at
Amazon.com, Walmart.com, eBay.com, viviebikes.com, wish.com, sears.com, wayfair.com, and aliexpress.com from December 2020 through November 2023.
Incidents
VIVI is aware of 14 reports of batteries overheating, including three reports of fires. No injuries were reported.
Units
About 24,000
Official Recall
Santa Cruz Heckler 9 electric bicycles
ReplacementBattery Fire HazardReplacementStop UseHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The recalled electric bicycle's lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Action / remedy
Stop using the recalled bicycle, disconnect the battery from the bike and charger, check the manufacturer page for affected batteries, and register for the replacement process if matched.
Affected models
Heckler 9 electric bicycles
Battery model numbers
720W lithium-ion battery; check the serial number through Santa Cruz recall instructions.
Sold at
Santa Cruz dealers nationwide from October 2021 through January 2025.
Incidents
The firm has received three reports of fires, including some property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Units
About 2,850 in the United States, plus about 550 in Canada
CPSC Safety Warning
Unit Pack Power UPP U004 / U004-1 e-bike batteries
Stop use and disposeBattery Fire HazardStop UseHHW Disposal Required
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries pose fire and burn hazards.
Action / remedy
Stop using UPP batteries with model number U004 or U004-1 and dispose of them according to local and state procedures for damaged, defective, or recalled lithium batteries.
Affected models
U004, U004-1
Battery model numbers
U004, U004-1
Sold at
AliExpress, Amazon, DHgate, eBay, Walmart, other online retailers, and unitpackpower.net from 2018 through April 2024.
Incidents
CPSC reported 13 overheating incidents in the United States, including seven fire reports and substantial property damage, plus multiple fires reportedly involving the batteries in the United Kingdom.
CPSC says these batteries were not certified by an accredited laboratory to the applicable UL safety standard and that UPP refused to conduct an acceptable recall.
Official Recall
Pacific Cycle Ascend Cabrillo and Minaret electric bikes
RefundBattery Fire HazardRefundStop Use
Hazard
The charging wiring harness was not properly assembled, creating a risk of overheating and fire while charging.
Action / remedy
Stop using and unplug the recalled bike, confirm the serial number through Pacific Cycle, and return confirmed affected bikes for the refund remedy.
Affected models
Ascend Cabrillo R7583BPS, Ascend Cabrillo R7585BPS, Ascend Minaret R7586BPS
Battery model numbers
CPSC notice does not list separate battery model numbers.
Sold at
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's stores nationwide and online at basspro.com and cabelas.com from January 2023 through November 2023.
Incidents
The firm received three reports of the battery catching fire, resulting in one second-degree burn injury.
Units
About 1,700
Next rider move
Use safety history as part of the buying and ownership workflow.
These related guides are separate from urgent safety notices, so the recall tracker stays focused on official actions first.
New rider safetyBuild the first-week checklist around the bike you actually own.
Fit, braking, lights, charging, locking, and a service plan matter before accessories.
Open guideRepair supportKnow who can inspect brakes, batteries, tires, and wiring.A recall check is stronger when the bike has real service support after purchase.
Open guideControl checkTreat brakes as a safety system, not just a spec line.Battery notices get attention, but stopping distance and brake setup decide daily risk.
Open guideBuyer researchCompare battery, range, and support signals before you buy.Use safety history as one input, then match the bike to your route and service options.
Open guidePre-buy check
Pair this tracker with the buyer recall-history workflow.
Before money changes hands, check the exact model, battery label, charger, support channel, and any official safety notice.
Pre-buy checklist: E-bike laws, recalls, and battery safety
Before you pay, check the class sticker, Google the brand for battery fires, and make sure you can actually buy a replacement battery in two years.
Read the guideRelevant reporting and standards context
These context sources help explain why standards, labeling, and battery quality questions keep showing up in the market.
Consumer Reports on safety standards
Consumer-facing context on certification, compliance, and why battery standards matter.
AP e-bike safety explainer
National reporting context on e-bike injuries and the broader safety conversation.
Consumer Reports support for federal labeling reform
Helpful policy context source on why clearer labeling and standards matter.
Recall source watch
These federal recall and warning sources are part of the source watchlist for this safety tracker.
CPSC recalls directory
Official source monitored
We are watching this source for future updates. No new dated update is currently listed in our tracker.
CPSC UPP battery warning
Official source monitored
We are watching this source for future updates. No new dated update is currently listed in our tracker.
Monitor snapshot refreshed May 10, 2026.
Recall desk update log
Transparent publication history and material change notes.
- May 19Recall and warning tracker rebuilt
Separated official recalls from CPSC safety warnings, added exact model and battery identifiers, and tightened disposal guidance.
- Apr 18Recall hub launched
Added a first publish pass that combines federal hazard baselines, recent recall actions, and buyer-facing recall workflow guidance.
- Apr 18Federal source stack verified
Checked the current CPSC hazard report, ANPR, and recent CPSC recall and warning links used on the page.