Bicycle handlepost
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles sold between March 2008 and April 2009 are subject to a voluntary recall due to a cracking hinge on the handlepost that poses a fall hazard. The recall affects specific 2008 model year bicycles manufactured in Taiwan and China, including Dahon models such as the Ciao P8, Curve D3, Curve SL, Glide P8, Jetstream P8, and several others, as well as REI Novara Buzz FlyBy and FlyBy Shuttle models. The affected bicycles will have "Dahon" or "Novara" printed on them along with the model name.
Bicycles with an "R" embossed on the upper handlepost hinge or a "Radius Handlepost" sticker are not affected by this recall. According to the recall record, 25 incidents have been reported. The source does not specify what remedy affected consumers should pursue.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product pose a risk of injuries because the hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard. 25 incidents reported.
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
The recall involves model year 2008 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles, with countries of origin Taiwan and China. The words “Dahon” or “Novara” and the model name are printed on the bicycle. 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. The affected bicycles have been sold from March 2008 through April 2009. Model: - 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. Notifying country: Greece
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.