Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-05-12). Hazards: fall. About 11,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09214 |
| Published | 2009-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | 2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles |
| Firms | Dahon California Inc., of Duarte, Calif. (importer); Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China, Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 11,500 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300. |
Description
This recall involves model year 2008 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles. The models included in the recall are as follows: Dahon Ciao P8, Curve D3, Curve SL, Glide P8, Jetstream P8, Mu P8, Mu P24, MU SL, Mu XL Sport, Vitesse D7 HG, Speed D7, Speed P8, Speed TR, Speed Pro TT, Mariner D7 REI Novara Buzz FlyBy and FlyBy Shuttle The words "Dahon" or "Novara" and the model name are printed on the bicycle. Except for the Jetstream P8 and Glide P8 models, hinges with an "R" embossed on the face of the upper handlepost hinge and/or a "Radius Handlepost" sticker on the handlepost are not included in the recall. All Jetstream P8 and Glide P8 models are included in the recall unless they have an "R" embossed twice on the face of the of the lower handlepost hinge (Image 2) indicating they have been repaired.
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.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 25 reports of the handlepost hinge on these bicycles cracking, including one minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
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