CPSC2002-07-10
CPSC, Dynacraft Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles Sold at Target
Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Hazard
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall, and suffer serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and contact Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from August 1999 through March 2000, for about $130.
Affected count
About 4,700
Injuries reported
Dynacraft has received six reports of the forks breaking apart on these bicycles, resulting in injuries that include abrasions, cuts, bruises and broken teeth.
Products
Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Dynacraft at (800) 288-1560 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.dynacraftbike.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Dynacraft-Industries-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycles-Sold-at-Target-Don't want to check this manually?
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