Ford pulling electric GoBikes off Bay Area streets over brake concerns

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Ford GoBike is pulling its electric bikes from Bay Area streets because of concerns from riders.

There have been reports of the brakes being a little stronger than expected on the front wheel.

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Some of the bikes in San Jose, however, will stay in service because the components are a little different.

The company says it is working on developing a new bike that it will roll out soon.

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Ford GoBike operates as Citi Bike in other major cities.

There is no word if anyone has been hurt because of the braking issue.