CPSC recall 27-017, announced October 8, 2026, covers Decathlon America Van Rysel GRVL AF Bicycles (about 1,150 units). The recalled bicycles' front lock nut can loosen during use, causing the front wheel to dislodge or loosen over time, posing a crash hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and take them to the nearest Recreational Equipment (REI Co-op) location for a free inspection and repair service of the front fork assembly. Recall contact: call 415-408-5494, go to www.decathlon.com/pages/product-safety-recalls, or email support.america@decathlon.com.
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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.
This recall involves adult multi-terrain gravel bicycles Van Rysel GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR (model number 8911304), Van Rysel GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR (model number 8911305), Van Rysel GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR (model number 8911308), and Van Rysel GRVL AF GRX Black (model number 8929130).
Which products are included?
Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions
This recall involves adult multi-terrain gravel bicycles Van Rysel GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR (model number 8911304), Van Rysel GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR (model number 8911305), Van Rysel GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR (model number 8911308), and Van Rysel GRVL AF GRX Black (model number 8929130). The recalled models were sold in sizes x-small, small, medium, large and x-large. The bicycles are designed for off-road gravel riding, road cycling, commuting and bikepacking. Each bicycle can be identified by the model name and Van Rysel Product ID located on the barcode sticker on the frame near the bottom bracket. Only Van Rysel bicycles with the following Product IDs/ SKUs are included in this recall. Product ID Model Name REI SKU REI Product Name 5476620 USA GRVL AF GRX Black CN FR 2464430001 GRVL AF 2 GRX, GRAPHITE BLACK 5476621 USA GRVL AF GRX Black CN FR 2464430002 GRVL AF 2 GRX, GRAPHITE BLACK 5476622 USA GRVL AF GRX Black CN FR 2464430003 GRVL AF 2 GRX, GRAPHITE BLACK 5476623 USA GRVL AF GRX Black CN FR 2464430004 5476624 USA GRVL AF GRX Black CN FR 2464430005 GRVL AF 2 GRX, GRAPHITE BLACK 5327224 USA GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR 2464440001 GRVL AF 2 Apex, CREAM BEIGE 5327225 USA GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR 2464440002 GRVL AF 2 Apex, CREAM BEIGE 5327226 USA GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR 2464440003 GRVL AF 2 Apex, CREAM BEIGE 5327227 USA GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR 2464440004 GRVL AF 2 Apex, CREAM BEIGE 5327228 USA GRVL AF Apex Beige CN FR 2464440005 GRVL AF 2 Apex, CREAM BEIGE 5327239 USA GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR 2464450001 GRVL AF 2 Sword, GRANITE PINK 5327240 USA GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR 2464450002 GRVL AF 2 Sword, GRANITE PINK 5327241 USA GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR 2464450003 GRVL AF 2 Sword, GRANITE PINK 5327242 USA GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR 2464450004 GRVL AF 2 Sword, GRANITE PINK 5327243 USA GRVL AF Sword Pink CN FR 2464450005 GRVL AF 2 Sword, GRANITE PINK 5327219 USA GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR 2464450006 GRVL AF 2 Sword, CORIANDER BROWN 5327220 USA GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR 2464450007 GRVL AF 2 Sword, CORIANDER BROWN 5327221 USA GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR 2464450008 GRVL AF 2 Sword, CORIANDER BROWN 5327222 USA GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR 2464450009 GRVL AF 2 Sword, CORIANDER BROWN 5327223 USA GRVL AF Sword Brown CN FR 2464450010 GRVL AF 2 Sword, CORIANDER BROWN
What to look for
- Also in the notice
- UPC codes and item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the barcode sticker on the frame
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- March 2025 through August 2026
- Where sold
- REI, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $1,400 to $2,300
Why it was recalled
The recalled bicycles' front lock nut can loosen during use, causing the front wheel to dislodge or loosen over time, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and take them to the nearest Recreational Equipment (REI Co-op) location for a free inspection and repair service of the front fork assembly. Anyone unable to visit an REI Co-op location can contact Decathlon Customer Service directly for assistance. Recalled models can be identified by the Van Rysel Product ID on the top right of the product label under the frame, beginning with the number 5.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 415-408-5494, go to www.decathlon.com/pages/product-safety-recalls, or email support.america@decathlon.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Decathlon America
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 27-017
- Units
- About 1,150
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sold At: REI Co-op stores nationwide and online at REI.com from March 2025 through August 2026 for between $1,400 and $2,300.
- Importer
- Decathlon America LLC, of San Francisco, California
- Distributor
- Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), of Sumner, Washington
Van Rysel GRVL AF Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles or Accessories
This recall in context
Compared with the 443 bicycle recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 1,150 units: the 244th-largest of 388 bicycle recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,350 units.
- Hazard
- Crash: named in 90 of 443 bicycle recalls.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 104 of 443 bicycle recalls. The most common is replacement (109).
- Time on sale
- 18 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Decathlon America at 415-408-5494 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at support.america@decathlon.com or online at https://www.decathlon.com/pages/product-safety-recalls or https://www.decathlon.com/ and click "Recalls" in the footer at the bottom of the page.
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