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Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle is CPSC recall #23168, announced on March 30, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brands: Open Cycle AG, Messingschlager USA LLC., dba Cycle Force.
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.
Affected products
Open Cycle UP Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar bicycles
Recalled brands
Open Cycle AG, Messingschlager USA LLC., dba Cycle Force
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.
Recall date
March 30, 2023
CPSC recall #23168 covers Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 30, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.
The CPSC remedy for recall #23168 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.
If you sell Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle 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.
The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Bicycles-and-Framesets-Recalled-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Manufactured-by-Open-Cycle. RecallDocket links to it from this page.
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