CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sol...
Published: June 20, 2002Recall ID: 02183Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with "Ballistic 105" front suspension forks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-BY-US-International-Co-Announce-Recall-of-NEXT-Ultra-Shock-Bicycles-Sold-at-Wal-Mart- |
| Title | CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sold at Wal-Mart |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/next-ultra-shock-8524-14.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Next Ultra Shock bicycle, model 8524-14 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/next-ultra-shock-8526-20.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Next Ultra Shock bicycle, model 8526-20 |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/ballistic-105-fork.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled "Ballistic 105" bicycle fork |
| Hazards › Name | The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury. |
| Injuries › Name | There have been 20 reports of the suspension forks breaking on the Next Ultra Shock bicycles, resulting in 19 riders suffering injuries that include abrasions, concussions and chipped teeth. |
| Products › Name | Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with "Ballistic 105" front suspension forks |
| Products › Type | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1850 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 132,000 |
| Recall I D | 2160 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation. |
| Retailers › Name | Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from May 1999 through December 2000, for about $150. |
| Recall Date | 2002-06-20T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Distributors › Name | Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 02183 |
| Manufacturers › Name | BY US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers may call Dynacraft Industries toll free at (800) 288-1560 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.dynacraftwheels.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-09-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |