TerraTrike is recalling the Rambler E.V.O. adult recumbent tricycles because the torque sensor in the electric assist wheel can activate unexpectedly, causing the trike to power forward without pedaling. This malfunction poses a crash and injury hazard. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled units immediately. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3431-terratrike-rambler-e-v-o-recall-unexpected-power-forward-hazard.
“TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O. Recall: Unexpected Power Forward Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3431-terratrike-rambler-e-v-o-recall-unexpected-power-forward-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #8476 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/TerraTrike-Recalls-Adult-Tricycles-Due-to-Crash-and-Injury-Hazards).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Dec. 18, 2018, that TerraTrike is recalling Rambler E.V.O. adult tricycles due to crash and injury hazards. Owners should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and software upgrade.
How to tell if you have it
TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O. adult tricycles
Yellow TerraTrike Rambler Electrical Vehicle Option (E.V.O.) recumbent pedal-powered trikes with an electric assist wheel
"Terra Trike" printed on the front of the back rest area
"Rambler E.V.O." located on the front outrigger tube connecting to the front left wheel
Serial numbers listed on www.terratrike.com under the main tube on a barcoded sticker near the rear wheel or stamped into the head (vertical) tube of the outrigger
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and a software upgrade. Contact TerraTrike at 800-945-9110 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.terratrike.com and click on “Important Recall” for more information.
The hazard
The torque sensor in the wheel can activate unexpectedly and cause the trike to power forward, posing crash and injury hazards. The firm has received five reports of the torque sensor activating while not pedaling. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls include the Sunderwell XW-A17 ATV Recall for missing brake lights on June 25, 2026, and the Specialized Turbo Como SL Bikes Recall for fall hazards on March 19, 2026. Other recent recalls of similar products include the Vanderhall Brawley GTS Recall for crash hazard from unexpected acceleration (Aug. 6, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Look for a yellow TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O. recumbent trike with two front wheels and one rear wheel featuring a large black hub motor. The name "Terra Trike" is printed on the back rest, and "Rambler E.V.O." is on the front outrigger tube. Check the serial number on the barcoded sticker near the rear wheel or stamped into the head tube against the list at www.terratrike.com.
Brand
TerraTrike
Product
TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O adult tricycles
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using The Trike
Immediately cease using the recalled trike to avoid the risk of unexpected forward motion and potential injury.
Return To Place Of Purchase
Take the trike back to where it was bought to receive a free speed sensor installation and software upgrade.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and a software upgrade.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Authorized TerraTrike dealers, independent bicycle dealers and recumbent bicycle specialty stores nationwide and online at www.TerraTrike.com from August 2017 through October 1, 2018 for about $3,500.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact TerraTrike
We’ve drafted a message you can send TerraTrike to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8476 — TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O. Recall: Unexpected Power Forward Hazard
Hello,
I own a TerraTrike Rambler E.V.O. Recall: Unexpected Power Forward Hazard that is covered by recall 8476 from TerraTrike.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free speed sensor installation and a software upgrade.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3.6:35b-a3b on October 11, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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