CPSC recall 23-168, announced March 30, 2023, covers Open Cycle UP Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar bicycles (about 270 units). The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local bicycle dealer to schedule free installation of the repair kit. Recall contact: call 877-245-3243, go to www.opencycle.com/recalls/campagnolohydraulicbrake, or email recall@opencycle.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Open Cycle-branded bicycles, models U.P. Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar; and all Open Cycle framesets using a Campagnolo hydraulic rear disc brake. They were sold in matte black, blue, gray, orange or a custom color. Only bicycles and framesets with Campagnolo hydraulic brakes and hoses are included in this recall. The "OPEN" logo is located on the top of the downtube and the model name on the top of the top tube, near the seat tube.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Open Cycle has received two reports of Campagnolo brake hoses becoming damaged. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local bicycle dealer to schedule free installation of the repair kit. The repair kit includes a hydraulic brake hose/line, and a new frame insert for the rear brake hose and rear shift cable.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Open Cycle
- Manufacturer
- Open Cycle AG, of Switzerland
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 23-168
- Units
- About 270
- Manufactured in
- N/A
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at www.opencycle.com from November 2021 through February 2023 for between $5,000 and $8,300.
- Importer
- Messingschlager USA LLC., dba Cycle Force, of Ames, Iowa
Recall contact information
Cycle Force toll-free at 877-245-3243 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT, email at recall@opencycle.com or online at http://www.opencycle.com/recalls/campagnolohydraulicbrake or http://opencycle.com and click on Support then "Recalls & Safety" located at the top of the page.
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