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CPSC recall · Reported June 20, 2002

CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sold at Wal-Mart

The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.

Recall #
02183
Affected scope
About 132,000
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By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan recalled The recall includes only Next Ultra Shock bicycles, which are blue, with model numbers 85… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, BY US International Co. Announce Recall of "NEXT" Ultra Shock Bicycles Sold at Wal-… was recalled by By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan in June 20, 2002. Reason: The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for …. Verify recall #02183 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury..

Moderate
severity level
June 20, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02183 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02183) was formally reported on June 20, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 132,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 132,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product 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.

Reason for recall

The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 02183
Date reported June 20, 2002
Date initiated June 20, 2002
Recalling firm By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Affected scope About 132,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacem…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by By US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan. Units affected: About 132,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 20, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02183.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02183) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 20, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.