Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #: 09214
Affected scope: About 11,500

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves model year 2008 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles. The models in….

Dahon and REI Novara Folding Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 12, 2009. Reason: The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California …. Verify recall #09214 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard..

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agency class: May 12, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09214 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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.

Product 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.

Reason for recall

The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	09214
Date reported	May 12, 2009
Date initiated	May 12, 2009
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 11,500
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 immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspectio…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 12, 2009. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 09214.

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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