Mandatory battery check and safety notice

On this page you’ll find information on the mandatory battery check. Follow all instructions outlined in this safety notice, including stopping use of your bike immediately.

We’ll continually update this page with the latest processes and information. We recommend adding this page to your bookmarks and checking it regularly.

This page was updated on: Wednesday 11th December 2024 and a partial refund is now available. We’re on track to provide a solution by February. We’ll update you with more information in mid-January.

Bikes with affected battery
  • Spectral:ON CF and CFR
  • Torque:ON CF

Understanding the issue


The batteries used for our E-bikes are sourced from reputable companies and tested to meet or exceed industry standards. We have been notified that a small number of batteries may be liable to damage the housing appearing as small cracks, gaps or similar.

In rare circumstances, this could allow moisture inside the battery, potentially triggering a short-circuit that bypasses the fail-safe protection mechanisms. Whilst extremely unlikely, we cannot rule out that a damaged battery might catch on fire, resulting in a risk of personal injury or damage to property.

We must instruct you to please stop using any of the affected batteries in your bike and to not charge them.

You need to remove the battery from the bike and visually inspect the housing for any potential damages as outlined below.

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work on a solution. We will contact you at the beginning of December with an update.

Remove the battery


Follow these step by step videos to safely and correctly remove the battery from your bike

Canyon Spectral:ON and Torque:ON | How to Remove the Battery from your E-Mountain Bike

Identify the battery and the generation


Once removed, you can check your batteries serial number against the photos below to see if it is affected.


  • Generation 1 batteries - Start BT0001 and BT0002
  • Generation 2 batteries - Start BT0003 and BT0004
Complete battery with model number Complete battery with model number
Battery model number starting BT0001 Battery model number starting BT0001
Battery model number starting BT0002 Battery model number starting BT0002
Battery model number starting BT0003 Battery model number starting BT0003
Battery model number starting BT0004 Battery model number starting BT0004

Inspect the battery


If your battery is one of those affected, please visually check it for any damage to the housing. See the photos below for examples of the damage. If you’re unsure, or want help checking your battery, you can book an appointment with an expert who will perform a remote inspection.



Inspect the battery Inspect the battery
Inspect the battery Inspect the battery
Hairline cracks around the battery casing fixing holes Hairline cracks around the battery casing fixing holes
Hairline cracks around the battery casing fixing holes
Cracking across the face of the battery casing Cracking across the face of the battery casing
Cracking across the face of the battery casing
Fractures around the battery frame mount interface Fractures around the battery frame mount interface
Fractures around the battery frame mount interface
Battery casing not correctly sealed Battery casing not correctly sealed
Battery casing not correctly sealed
Damage to the Status LED panel Damage to the Status LED panel
Damage to the Status LED panel

Next steps


If there is damage to the housing of your battery, you will need to dispose of the battery in accordance to your local rules and regulations. Under no circumstances should the battery be placed in your household waste or recycling. Do not attempt to incinerate the battery.

You can also return the battery to us in person, at one of our Canyon Factory Service locations. Please call ahead to let us know you’re coming to drop off a damaged battery, do not ship it to us.

If your battery is not damaged, but the battery model number indicates it may be affected, please do not use your bike. Place the battery back in the bike and wait for our next contact.

Claim your refund


We truly appreciate your patience and understanding while we work on the solution. To show our gratitude, we’re offering a partial refund of your bike’s purchase price. It can be paid out as either a Canyon voucher or directly to your bank account, depending on your location and customs rules.

The amount offered will vary depending on the model you own. It can take up to 4 weeks to be processed. Make sure you’ve performed the required battery inspection detailed above before claiming your refund.




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