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Rad Power Bikes’ batteries are a fire risk and shouldn’t be used, CPSC warns

The US Consumer Protection Safety Commission issued a stark warning about some of Rad Power Bikes’ e-bike batteries Monday, linking them to dozens of fires and saying they “pose a risk of serious ...
BikePortland.org

CPSC issues fire warning for Rad Power Bikes batteries

Seattle-based e-bike company Rad Power Bikes is the subject of a serious warning issued Monday by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Rad Power has issued their own statement that ...
The New York Times

Serious Fire Risk Warning Is Issued for E-Bike Batteries

A federal watchdog said two models of batteries found in Rad Power Bikes should be immediately, and safely, disposed of. The bike company disputes the safety agency’s findings. By Alexandra E. Petri A ...
New Atlas

Rad carbon-belt ebike is a cargo-capable commuter at an enticing price

Seattle's Rad Power Bikes is hoping to tempt new riders to its ebike stable with the launch of the RadKick step-through – a Class 2 cargo-ready commuter with chain drive for $1,200 or clean and quiet ...
GeekWire

Rad Power Bikes hits another roadblock as U.S. safety commission issues product safety warning

GeekWire chronicles the Pacific Northwest startup scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter, and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and VC directory. by Kurt Schlosser on Nov 24, 2025 at ...