Lithium-Ion Bike Battery Safety Notification

Always Be Safe when using Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Devices!

Please note the Warning recently issued by the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on certain RAD Power Bikes due to a potential fire hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a product safety warning for lithium-ion batteries used in some Rad Power Bikes electric bicycle models. The warning applies to batteries with model numbers RP 1304 and HL RP S1304.

Consumers who own e-bikes equipped with these batteries are urged to stop using them immediately, remove the batteries from their bikes, and dispose of them properly to reduce the risk of fire or injury.

Additional information, including the full Consumer Product Safety Commission warning, guidance on safe hazardous waste disposal, and locations where batteries can be dropped off, is available below.

View the Consumer Product Safety Commission warning

Guidance on hazardous waste disposal

Cambridge Recycling Center

Find a battery drop off location

Most of the electronics in our homes — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, as well as e-bikes are powered by lithium-ion batteries.

BUY only listed products

• When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery, take time to research it. Look for a stamp from a nationally recognized testing lab (such as UL or ETL) on the packaging and product, which means that it meets established safety standards.
• Many products sold online and in stores may not meet safety standards and could increase the risk of fire.

CHARGE devices safely

• Always use the cord & charger that come with the product to charge it. Also, charge the device in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• If you need a new charger, buy one from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved.
• It’s never a good idea to use a cheap “knockoff” battery, cord, or charger.
• Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t charge it under a pillow, on a bed, or on a couch. This could cause a fire.
• Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.

DISPOSE OF/RECYCLE batteries responsibly - additional safe options

• Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could catch fire.
• Recycling your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location is another good way to dispose of them. Visit www.call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

• If the battery overheats or starts to disfigure, unplug it and safely remove it to the outside if possible.
• If the device or battery starts to release smoke or burn, call 911 from a safe area or pull the nearest city fire alarm box.