Dynacraft · Recalled
Dynacraft Recalls Bicycles Sold Exclusively at Target Due to Frame Failure
The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
- Units
- About 32,000
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $100
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Triax PK7 (model 8509-24) and Vertical PK7 (model 8596-71T) 20-inch aluminum cushion framed bicycles. The Triax model was manufactured between November 2005 and October 2006, and the Vertical model was manufactured between August 2004 and December 2004. The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on a label affixed to the bicycle frame.
The file
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide from September 2004 through early February 2007 for about $100.
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Dynacraft BSC Inc., of American Canyon, Calif., Shun Lu Bicycle Company, of Guangdong, China
Incident log
The firm has received two reports of bicycle frames cracking, resulting in minor injuries including scratches to the legs and feet.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund, including applicable sales tax.
For additional information, contact Dynacraft at (800) 551-0032 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dynacraftbike.com. For additional information, please contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.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 MAR 28 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.
