Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Active Recall Announced May 12, 2009 CPSC #09214

Quick answer

Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard is CPSC recall #09214, announced on May 12, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any dahon california dealer or rei store for a free inspection and repair.. Affected brands: Dahon California Inc., Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI).

Hazard

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.

Affected products

2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles

Recalled brands

Dahon California Inc., Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI)

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.

Recall date

May 12, 2009

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #09214?

CPSC recall #09214 covers Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 12, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 is the remedy for recall #09214?

The CPSC remedy for recall #09214 is consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any dahon california dealer or rei store for a free inspection and repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Dahon-and-REI-Novara-Folding-Bicycles-Recalled-Due-to-Fall-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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