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Brompton Foldable electric bicycle

Models the notice names: Brompton Electric

Product: Foldable electric bicycle

Manufacturer: Brompton

Hazard

Due to a software error, the fail-safe function may not operate and the electric system may keep the bike in motion when the user tries to brake in case of emergency, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European Standard EN 15194.

Measures the regulator recorded

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 07/04/2021 Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Retailer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 07/04/2021

This is what the regulator recorded as being done about the product, not instructions for an owner. The official notice is linked below.

Description

Folding electric bicycle.

Published
May 28, 2021

No confirmed match to a specific product in our database yet for this recall.

Regulator & source

European Commission — Safety Gate · ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport

Official recall notice: ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10003531

Last updated September 22, 2026