VIVI has issued the recall for about 24,000 lithium-ion batteries for e-bikes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 17. The batteries can overheat, increasing the risk of injury or death.
At least 14 incidents have been reported, including three fires. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC.
The recall affects 36-volt lithium-ion batteries sold with more than a dozen VIVI e-bike models. Buyers can find the e-bike model number on their original sales order or stamped on the bike frame, while battery model numbers are printed on the battery casing.
The e-bikes were sold online between December 2020 and November 2023 for $365 to $950. All bikes in the recall were sold through major websites, including Amazon, Walmart, eBay, VIVI’s website, Wish, Sears, Wayfair, and AliExpress.
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact VIVI for…
