Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 09214 · May 12, 2009 · Dahon California Inc.
11,500
units affected
11,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09214
- Date
- May 12, 2009
- Company
- Dahon California Inc.
- Units affected
- 11,500
- Product
- 2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
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.
What can happen
The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been 25 reports of the handlepost hinge on these bicycles cracking, including one minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.
- Sold at
- Authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 2008 model year dahon and rei novara folding bicycles?
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.
What is the hazard?
The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.