Dynacraft Recalls Vertical XL2 Mountain Bicycles Due to Fork Breakage
Dynacraft is recalling about 4,700 Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles sold at Target because the forks can break, causing riders to lose control and suffer injuries.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (fork breakage) that has resulted in reported injuries, including broken teeth, which aligns with the rubric criteria for 'significant injury reports' and 'structural vehicle defect' (bicycles are often categorized under vehicle/transportation safety in CPSC contexts, or at least significant injury).
Plain-English summary
Dynacraft Industries Inc. is recalling approximately 4,700 Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles sold at Target stores nationwide from August 1999 through March 2000. The recalled bicycles are red, 24-inch models with model number 8524-21, which is identified by a label on the frame near the crank housing. The word "Vertical" is written on the top tube, and "XL2" is written on the down tube.
The recall is being issued because the forks on these bicycles can break apart. This defect can cause riders to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and suffer serious injury. Dynacraft has received six reports of the forks breaking apart, resulting in injuries that include abrasions, cuts, bruises, and broken teeth.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. To receive a free replacement fork and free installation, consumers should contact Dynacraft Industries at (800) 288-1560 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their website at www.dynacraftbike.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles
- Category
- Consumer Product — Bicycles
- Affected units
- 4,700
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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