Open Cycle UP Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar bicycles
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: March 30, 2023 Open Cycle AG, of Switzerland Sports & Recreation
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 270)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Open Cycle AG, of Switzerland
- Reason for Recall:
- The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.
- 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.
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Product Information
Full Description:
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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 270)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 23168