Electric Bicycle Batteries (Pedego) – fire hazard (2015)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Lithium ion rechargeable batteries
Brand
Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Pedego Inc., of Irvine, Calif. is recalling Lithium ion rechargeable batteries. The hazard is: The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves 36-volt and 48-volt lithium ion rechargeable batteries sold separately and as original equipment with Pedego electric bikes. Recalled batteries of each voltage came in two styles. One style has a silver or black metal case that measures about 13 ½ inches long, 6 ½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high, with black plastic end caps and a handle. The other style has a black or white plastic case that measures about 14 inches long, 6 ½ inches wide and 2 ½ inches high with a red indicator lamp on one end. The batteries have serial numbers that start with "DLG." A label with the serial number is on one side of the metal batteries and on the underside of the plastic batteries.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately remove the battery from the bike and contact Pedego for a free replacement battery.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026