Giant Bicycle Inc. recalled about 6,200 Momentum Vida E+ e-bikes in the United States. A crack, break or separation in the fork steerer tube creates a fall hazard.
The recall, number 25-381, is a CPSC fast-track recall dated July 10, 2025, and CPSC has not expanded or closed it. Serial numbers with a third character of H, J or K are affected, and G needs an inspection.
Owners should stop riding and get a free fork replacement from an authorized Giant dealer. No lawsuit, class action or MDL has been filed.
- Action type: CPSC fast-track recall; replacement
- Announcement and initiation dates: July 10, 2025
- Company and responsible agency: Giant Bicycle Inc. (importer, Newbury Park, California) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Recall or campaign number: 25-381
- Affected models, lots, UPCs, serial numbers, or VINs: Third serial character H, J or K (fork replaced); G needs a dealer inspection
- Number of affected units: About 6,200 (US); 1,446 (Canada)
- Sold at and sale period: Giant dealers nationwide and online, September 2019 through May 2025, $2,500 to $3,200
- Hazard: The fork steerer tube can crack, break or separate during use, posing a fall hazard
- Reported incidents, injuries, illnesses, and deaths: Four reports of broken fork steerer tubes; no injuries reported
- Remedy: Free fork replacement at an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer
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Latest Momentum Giant E-Bike Recall Updates
July 30, 2025: Canada Recall Reported
Global News reported that Health Canada recalled the Momentum Vida E+ e-bikes in Canada. A total of 1,446 units were sold there [1]. The units were purchased between September 2019 and June 2025.
July 10, 2025: CPSC Announces Recall 25-381
CPSC announced recall 25-381 with Giant Bicycle Inc. as a fast-track action [2].
The notice covers about 6,200 of the e-bikes. Owners must have their forks replaced free of charge. Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers sold the bikes nationwide and online.
July 3, 2025: Giant Posts Its Fork Recall Notice
Giant Bicycle, Inc. posted its own notice about the Momentum Vida E+ fork recall on its US news page [3].
The notice tells owners to stop riding and visit an authorized dealer. The dealer gives a free inspection. If necessary, the dealer replaces the front fork free of charge.
Which Momentum Giant E-Bikes Are Affected?
The recall covers Momentum Vida E+ e-bikes with these features:
- Colors: metallic red, pearl white, metallic navy blue, metallic green, indigo blue, happy mint (light green) and panther (black)
- Frames: mid-step and low-step, each in small, medium and large
- Markings: “Momentum” on the downtube and “Vida E+” on the top tube
- Serial number: third character H, J or K, which gets a fork replacement
- Serial number: third character G, which gets a dealer inspection first
The serial number is stamped into the frame on the outer left rear dropout and printed on a sticker under the downtube.
Why Were the Momentum Giant E-Bikes Recalled?
The Momentum Vida E+ was recalled because the fork steerer tube can crack, break or separate during use, posing a fall hazard.
Giant describes the same problem. It says some of these bikes may have a steerer tube that can fracture. That can lead to a loss of steering and result in a crash.
Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
Giant has received four reports of broken fork steerer tubes, according to CPSC. No injuries have been reported. These figures come from the firm’s reports. They do not show that a fork defect caused every incident.
A broken steerer tube is the hazard behind the recall. All four reports describe that failure. If your fork has broken or you were hurt, keep the bike and its parts as they are. Tell Giant and CPSC.
What Should Consumers Do?
Follow these steps if you own a Momentum Vida E+ e-bike:
- Stop riding the bike.
- Find your serial number and read its third character.
- If it is H, J or K, take the bike to an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free fork replacement.
- If it is G, the dealer inspects the fork first.
- You do not need the original receipt, and there is no time limit.
- Call Giant Bicycle toll-free at 866-458-2555, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email recall@giantbicycle.com.
Legal Options
A recall does not automatically show liability or eligibility for a claim. Anyone injured by a fork failure can ask a lawyer to review the facts.
Filing deadlines come from state law and depend on your state and on when the injury happened. Missing one can end a claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Momentum Vida E+ Recall Also in Canada?
The Momentum Vida E+ recall is also in Canada, announced by Health Canada and Giant Bicycle Canada Inc. As of July 22, 2025, Giant Bicycle Canada had received no reports of injuries in Canada.
How Long Does a Momentum Vida E+ Fork Replacement Take?
A Momentum Vida E+ fork replacement can take weeks, because Giant says replacement parts typically take 2-4 weeks to ship. The dealer handles the inspection and the replacement once the part arrives.
Which Model Years Does Giant’s Momentum Vida E+ Notice Cover?
Giant’s Momentum Vida E+ notice covers the 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2024 model years, sold from September 16, 2019 through May 2, 2025. A third serial character of E or F is not subject to the recall and needs no action.
How Do I Report a Problem with My Momentum Vida E+ to CPSC?
You can report a problem with your Momentum Vida E+ to CPSC at SaferProducts.gov or through the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772. CPSC takes reports about the bike, and recall questions go to Giant instead.
What Records Should I Keep After a Momentum Vida E+ Fork Failure?
After a Momentum Vida E+ fork failure, keep the bike, the recalled fork, photographs, your receipt, dealer and repair records, medical records and messages with Giant. If you call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772, note the date of the call.
References
- https://globalnews.ca/news/11311281/canada-recall-momentum-vida-e-bike/
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Giant-Bicycle-Recalls-Momentum-Vida-E-E-Bikes-Due-to-Crash-Hazard
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/news/fork-recall-momentum-vida-e-models/29851