The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·27017·Announced 2026-10-08

Decathlon Recalls Van Rysel GRVL AF Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard

Decathlon America is recalling about 1,150 Van Rysel GRVL AF bicycles because a front lock nut can loosen, causing the wheel to dislodge and posing a crash risk.

What this means for you

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 (front wheel dislodgement) that poses a risk of serious injury or death, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating (score 4) involving significant injury reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Decathlon America LLC is recalling approximately 1,150 Van Rysel GRVL AF adult multi-terrain gravel bicycles. The recall involves four specific models: Sword Brown CN FR (model number 8911304), Apex Beige CN FR (model number 8911305), Sword Pink CN FR (model number 8911308), and GRX Black (model number 8929130). These bicycles were sold in sizes x-small, small, medium, large, and x-large.

The recalled bicycles have a defect where the front lock nut can loosen during use. This can cause the front wheel to dislodge or loosen over time, creating a crash hazard that poses a risk of serious injury or death. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this defect.

The bicycles were sold at REI Co-op stores nationwide and online at REI.com from March 2025 through August 2026 for between $1,400 and $2,300. Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and take them to the nearest Recreational Equipment (REI Co-op) location for a free inspection and repair of the front fork assembly. Those unable to visit an REI Co-op location can contact Decathlon Customer Service for assistance. Affected bicycles can be identified by the Van Rysel Product ID on the top right of the product label under the frame, which begins with the number 5.

The recalled product

Product
Van Rysel GRVL AF Bicycles
Manufacturer
Decathlon America LLC, of San Francisco, California
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
1,150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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