CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sold at Wal-Mart
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-06-20 · 02183
Hazards
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.
Recall
Number
02183
Date
2002-06-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with "Ballistic 105" front suspension forks
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
BY US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Retailer(s)
Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from May 1999 through December 2000, for about $150.
Distributor(s)
Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The recall includes only Next Ultra Shock bicycles, which are blue, with model numbers 8524-14 and 8526-20. They were manufactured between April 1999 and November 9, 1999. A label affixed to the frame near the crank housing identifies the model and date of manufacture. The name "Ultra Shock" is written on the bicycle down tube in white lettering. Next Ultra Shock bicycles manufactured after November 9, 1999, did not use BY US International-made Ballistic forks, and are not subject to this recall.