CPSC recall 07-142, announced March 28, 2007, covers Shun Lu Bicycle Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles (about 32,000 units). The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund, including applicable sales tax. Recall contact: call (800) 551-0032 or (800) 440-0680, or go to www.dynacraftbike.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on a label affixed to the bicycle frame.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of bicycle frames cracking, resulting in minor injuries including scratches to the legs and feet.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund, including applicable sales tax.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shun Lu Bicycle
- Manufacturer
- Shun Lu Bicycle Company, of Guangdong, China
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 07-142
- Units
- About 32,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores nationwide from September 2004 through early February 2007 for about $100.
- Distributor
- Dynacraft BSC Inc., of American Canyon, Calif.
Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
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
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