Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-05-12 · 09214
Hazards
The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Recall
Number
09214
Date
2009-05-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles
Companies
Retailer(s)
Authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300.
Importer(s)
Dahon California Inc., of Duarte, Calif.; Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan; China
Description
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.