CPSC recall 09-214, announced May 12, 2009, covers Dahon California 2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles (about 11,500 units). The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 25 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (800) 442-3511, or go to www.dahon.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 CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Except for the Jetstream P8 and Glide P8 models, hinges with an "R" embossed on the face of the upper handlepost hinge and/or a "Radius Handlepost" sticker on the handlepost are not included in the recall.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2008 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles. The models included in the recall are as follows: Dahon Ciao P8, Curve D3, Curve SL, Glide P8, Jetstream P8, Mu P8, Mu P24, MU SL, Mu XL Sport, Vitesse D7 HG, Speed D7, Speed P8, Speed TR, Speed Pro TT, Mariner D7 REI Novara Buzz FlyBy and FlyBy Shuttle The words "Dahon" or "Novara" and the model name are printed on the bicycle. Except for the Jetstream P8 and Glide P8 models, hinges with an "R" embossed on the face of the upper handlepost hinge and/or a "Radius Handlepost" sticker on the handlepost are not included in the recall. All Jetstream P8 and Glide P8 models are included in the recall unless they have an "R" embossed twice on the face of the of the lower handlepost hinge (Image 2) indicating they have been repaired.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 25 reports of the handlepost hinge on these bicycles cracking, including one minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dahon California
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-214
- Units
- About 11,500
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan, China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300.
- Importer
- Dahon California Inc., of Duarte, Calif., Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Dahon California at (800) 442-3511 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.dahon.com
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