Attention, e-bike recall: dangerous crank arms provide accidents!

Attention, e-bike recall: dangerous crank arms provide accidents!

Parma, Italien - On July 24, 2025, a well-known bicycle manufacturer had to trigger a callback from e-bike models of the 2025 vintage. The reason for this are technical defects in the crank arms of the acid MTB hybrid pro . According to information from Exxpress.at , the crank screwing can dissolve while driving, which could lead to serious accidents. A risk that should not be ignored.

The internal tests and feedback from the market have shown that the crank arms can separate under certain conditions. This could have fatal consequences for the drivers, as there is the possibility that they fall when the crank arms suddenly fall off. Consumers who have one of the affected e-bikes are urgently asked to immediately see an dealer and have the bicycles checked.

call for review and safety instructions

The recall only affects the models with hybrid drive, which are equipped with faulty crank arms. Owners should compare their serial numbers with the information on the manufacturer's website or contact a specialist dealer directly to ensure that their e-bike is not affected.

The problem of safe bicycles is not new. Stiftung Warentest has repeatedly reported that many pedelecs do not offer the necessary security. The bicycles consist of numerous parts of various suppliers, which can lead to quality or security problems under certain circumstances.

available e-bikes and market offers

cube eBike acid hybrid 27.5 front XS that is presented in a sales offer. With a price of € 1,250.00, the bike is suitable for heights from 142 to 155 cm and offers a 400 W battery that enables height differences up to 1400 meters. Details on this bike can be found at mtb-mag.com .

The offer describes the bike as used, but in good condition, with small signs of wear. The front tires are almost new, while the rear tires are worn out about 40%. The equipment also includes two sets of brake pads. The bicycle frame is made of aluminum.

It is essential that both buyers and owners of e-bikes take the current recall actions seriously and ensure that their bikes work properly. In the event of an accident due to a technical defect, the manufacturer could be obliged to pay compensation, unless it can be proven that those affected knew about the recall and still continued.

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