The Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights was recalled in 2025 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over the lithium-ion battery in the bicycle light can overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards.. If you own this product, you may be entitled to a free repair, replacement, or refund — here's exactly what to do.
What was recalled
- Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights — Units: About 3,790
This recall involves the Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights with the following batch codes: 0124AA, 0423AA, 0723AA, 0923AA, 1023AA, 1123AA and 11A23AA. The batch codes are printed on the underside of the light. They have a black exterior and are marked with the brand "knog". The word "Blinder" is imprinted on the light's handle. They were sold individually, and in a set, and came with a mount. Note: Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal. Before taking your battery or device to a HHW collection center, contact that office ahead of time and ask whether it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, contact your municipality for further guidance.
The hazard
The CPSC flagged the following risk:
- The lithium-ion battery in the bicycle light can overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards.
What to do if you own this product
The recall remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle light and register at http://www.knog.com/recall for instructions on how to receive a free replacement bicycle light. Consumers should dispose of the lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations and not discard it in the household trash. Do not dispose of the light until you receive confirmation from Knog that your unit qualifies for the recall.
Consumer contact: Knog at recall@knog.com or online at http://www.knog.com/recall or go to https://us.knog.com/ and click on "Blinder Recall" at the bottom of the page under the Support column for more information.
Official CPSC recall notice: Read the full recall on CPSC.gov.
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How do I know if my Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights is part of the recall?
Check the model number and purchase date against the affected units listed above, and confirm on the official CPSC notice. If it matches, you're covered by the remedy.
Does a recall mean a free replacement?
Often yes. Recall remedies are typically a free repair, replacement, or refund — you generally don't pay, even if the product is out of warranty. Recall rights are separate from the manufacturer's warranty.
What if I already got rid of the receipt?
Many recall remedies still work with a photo of the product, the model/serial number, or a card statement. Here's how to prove a purchase without the original receipt.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CoverKeep is not affiliated with the CPSC or any manufacturer. Always confirm details on the official recall notice.