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US safety regulator warns riders to stop using UPP e-bike batteries, citing fire risk
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a public warning urging consumers to immediately stop using Unit Pack Power (UPP) e-bike batteries with model numbers U004 and U004-1 due to fire and burn hazards. While the notice is US-focused, it’s relevant for UK riders because the same UPP models have been discussed in…
OPSS takes enforcement action over dangerous UPP e-bike batteries
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has taken enforcement action against a brand of e-bike battery sold under the name UPP (Unit Pack Power), warning consumers not to use it following links to multiple fires across England. According to OPSS, online marketplaces acting as distributors were issued formal notices requiring the product to…
UK Government issues five-step safety message for e-bikes and e-scooters
The UK Government has published a safety message aimed at reducing the risk of fires involving e-bikes and e-scooters while charging. It’s primarily aimed at everyday users, but it’s relevant reading for e-mountain bike owners too — especially anyone using a second-hand e-bike, a conversion kit, or a replacement battery and charger bought separately. The…
