BY US International Co. · Recalled
CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sold at Wal-Mart
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.
- Units
- About 132,000
- Reports
- 20
- Injuries
- 19
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $150
- Remedy
- See notice
Reports, injuries, deaths and price are read out of the notice’s wording by rules, so they can miss unusual phrasing. The official notice is the record.
Affected
The recall includes only Next Ultra Shock bicycles, which are blue, with model numbers 8524-14 and 8526-20. They were manufactured between April 1999 and November 9, 1999. A label affixed to the frame near the crank housing identifies the model and date of manufacture. The name "Ultra Shock" is written on the bicycle down tube in white lettering. Next Ultra Shock bicycles manufactured after November 9, 1999, did not use BY US International-made Ballistic forks, and are not subject to this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from May 1999 through December 2000, for about $150.
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- BY US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan, Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Incident log
There have been 20 reports of the suspension forks breaking on the Next Ultra Shock bicycles, resulting in 19 riders suffering injuries that include abrasions, concussions and chipped teeth.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.
Consumers may call Dynacraft Industries toll free at (800) 288-1560 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.dynacraftwheels.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUN 20 2002; last revised SEP 22 2025.
