Recall: URBAN626 Recalls Electric Scooters Due to Fall Hazard

Description: This recall involves all models of the URB-E electric scooter. The foldable electric scooters are aluminum and carbon fiber. They have two wheels and came in black, gray or white.

Name of product: Electric scooters

Units: About 1,200

Manufacturer: URBAN626, LLC, of Pasadena, Calif.

Hazard: The bolt below the seat can crack, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled units and contact URBAN626 for a free repair kit. URBAN626 will reimburse consumers if they choose to have a bike repair shop replace the bolt.

Recall date: July 07, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of incidents, one resulting in a scraped knee.

Sold At: URBAN626 stores in Pasadena, Calif., and online at amazon.com and URB-E.com from August 2015 through June 2016 for between $1,500 and $2,000.

Manufactured in: United States

Consumer contact: URBAN626 toll-free at 888-270-6988 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@urban626.com or online at urb-e.com and click on "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall number: 16-220