"The batteries can "unexpectedly ignite and explode," especially when water or debris leaks in to cells or the harness, the agency says. CPSC says there have been 31 fires, including 12 reports of property damage totaling $734,500, some of which occurred when the battery was not charging and the bike was in storage or not in use. No injuries were reported as a result of the fires."
"Rad Power Bikes has "refused to agree to an acceptable recall," CPSC says in its statement. "Given its financial situation, Rad Power Bikes has indicated to CPSC that it is unable to offer replacement batteries or refunds to all consumers." The Seattle-based company, which is one of the leading sellers of e-bikes in North America, has fallen on hard times recently, in the wake of the post-covid bike boom."
CPSC warned that Rad Power Bikes e-bike batteries can unexpectedly ignite and explode, especially when water or debris leaks into cells or the harness. CPSC reports 31 fires linked to the batteries, including 12 property-damage reports totaling $734,500; some incidents occurred when batteries were not charging and bikes were in storage. No injuries were reported. CPSC says Rad Power Bikes refused to agree to an acceptable recall and has indicated it cannot offer replacement batteries or refunds to all consumers due to its financial situation. The company faces significant financial challenges that could lead to closure without a cash infusion. Rad Power Bikes introduced new batteries with thermal-resistant technology that injects epoxy resin into battery cells to prevent chemical reactions that cause dangerous heating.
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