CPSC, Dynacraft Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles Sold at Target

Other hazard

The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall, and suffer serious injury.

Units: About 4,700
Reports: 6
Injuries: —
Deaths: —
Price: $130
Remedy: See notice

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Affected

The recall includes only 24-inch Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles, with model number 8524-21. A label on the frame near the crank housing identifies the model number. The bicycles are red. "Vertical" is written on the top tube, and "XL2" is written on the down tube.

The file

Sold at: Target stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from August 1999 through March 2000, for about $130.
Product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Made in: Not stated
Recalled by: Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.

Incident log

Dynacraft has received six reports of the forks breaking apart on these bicycles, resulting in injuries that include abrasions, cuts, bruises and broken teeth.

What the notice says to do

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and contact Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.

For more information, contact Dynacraft at (800) 288-1560 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.dynacraftbike.com

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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 JUL 10 2002; last revised SEP 25 2025.