Public Bikes Models (Public Bikes) – Fall Hazard (2012)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles
Brand
Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals)
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
Wellgo Pedals Corp. Taiwan (pedals) is recalling 2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles. The hazard is: The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.. 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 18 models of women's and men's Public Bikes. The bicycles are various colors and sizes. "Public" or "Publicbikes.com" is printed on either the bicycle chain guard or the rear fender. The bicycles have a metal "badge" at the top of the down tube with a number stamped on it. Recalled badge numbers are 1-5843, 5845, 12560, 20743 and 20757. The "Apple" model, which has no badge, is also included. The word "Wellgo" is embossed on both the top and bottom of the pedals. All bicycles with Wellgo pedals are included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
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