Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 15, 2026

Recall Information Record: Knog Blinder Bicycle Lights

1. Recall Summary
This recall involves the Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights. The recall was announced on October 30, 2025, and is identified by CPSC Recall Number 26051. The recall was initiated by Knog Pty Ltd, of Grapevine, Texas. The products were manufactured in China and sold at independent bicycle retailers nationwide and online at Amazon between January 2023 and August 2025 for between $60 and $100. Approximately 3,790 units are affected.

2. Affected Products
The recalled products are the Knog Blinder 900 and Blinder 1300 Front Bicycle Lights. The lights have a black exterior and are marked with the brand “knog.” The word “Blinder” is imprinted on the light’s handle. The lights were sold individually and in a set, and came with a mount. The following batch codes are included in this recall: 0124AA, 0423AA, 0723AA, 0923AA, 1023AA, 1123AA, and 11A23AA. The batch code is printed on the underside of the light. The specific model numbers and UPCs are not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard identified in the recall notice is that the lithium-ion battery in the bicycle light can overheat and catch fire, posing a risk of fire and burn hazards. The firm has received five reports of the battery catching on fire or exploding. No injuries have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle light. Consumers should 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 them in the household trash. Consumers should not dispose of the light until they receive confirmation from Knog that their unit qualifies for the recall.

The recall notice provides specific instructions regarding the disposal of the recalled lithium-ion battery or device. Consumers are advised not to throw the 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. The municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal. Before taking the battery or device to a HHW collection center, consumers should contact that office ahead of time and ask whether it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, consumers should contact their municipality for further guidance.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a free replacement bicycle light. Consumers must register at http://www.knog.com/recall to receive instructions on how to obtain the replacement.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact Knog by email at recall@knog.com. Consumers may also visit the recall website 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.

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