CPSC2009-05-12
Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
Dahon California Inc., of Duarte, Calif.
Hazard
The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300.
Affected count
About 11,500
Injuries reported
There have been 25 reports of the handlepost hinge on these bicycles cracking, including one minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
Manufactured in
Taiwan, China
Products
2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Dahon California at (800) 442-3511 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.dahon.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Dahon-and-REI-Novara-Folding-Bicycles-Recalled-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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