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CPSC recall · Reported May 5, 2010

Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports Due to Fall Hazard

The bicycle stem on the handlebars can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious fall and injury.

Recall #
10221
Affected scope
About 725 units: Red Star 100, Skulls 285 and Cannibal Chopper 340
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Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports Due to Fall Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 5, 2010. Reason: The bicycle stem on the handlebars can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious fa…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of pur…. Verify recall #10221 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The bicycle stem on the handlebars can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious fa….

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May 5, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10221 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.

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Product description

This recall involves three models: Red Star, Skulls and Cannibal chopper-style bicycles with the model names printed on the chain guard. Red Star has a black finish; Skulls bear a skull graphic and come in grey and black; and Cannibal bears a dragon graphic and comes in a black finish. Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the bicycle between the pedals. The recall involves the following models, SKUs and Serial Numbers: Name of Model SKU# Serial Number Ranges Red Star 3421 L8E0600576-L8E0600675 Skulls 3433 L9E0200751-L9E0200810 L9E0201891-L9E0201900 L9E0201966-L9E0201972 L9E0400061-L9E0400120 L9E0500226-L9E0500285 L9E0700641-L9E0700700 L9E0701241-L9E0701255 L9E0701301-L9E0701315 Cannibal 3434 L080405181-L080405240 L8E0901311-L8E0901370 L9E0300491-L9E0300560 L9E0202337-L9E0202344 L9E0400196-L9E0400255 L9E0601206-L9E0601265 L9E0602346-L9E0602365

Reason for recall

The bicycle stem on the handlebars can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious fall and injury.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free 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 10221
Date reported May 5, 2010
Date initiated May 5, 2010
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 725 units: Red Star 100, Skulls 285 and Cannibal Chopper 340
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 the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free repair.

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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? ▼
This recall involves three models: Red Star, Skulls and Cannibal chopper-style bicycles with the model names printed on the chain guard. Red Star has a black finish; Skulls bear a skull graphic and come in grey and black; and Cannibal bears a dragon graphic and comes in a black finish. Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the bicycle between the pedals. The recall involves the following models, SKUs and Serial Numbers: Name of Model SKU# Serial Number Ranges Red Star 3421 L8E0600576-L8E0600675 Skulls 3433 L9E0200751-L9E0200810 L9E0201891-L9E0201900 L9E0201966-L9E0201972 L9E0400061-L9E0400120 L9E0500226-L9E0500285 L9E0700641-L9E0700700 L9E0701241-L9E0701255 L9E0701301-L9E0701315 Cannibal 3434 L080405181-L080405240 L8E0901311-L8E0901370 L9E0300491-L9E0300560 L9E0202337-L9E0202344 L9E0400196-L9E0400255 L9E0601206-L9E0601265 L9E0602346-L9E0602365. Units affected: About 725 units: Red Star 100, Skulls 285 and Cannibal Chopper 340.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bicycle stem on the handlebars can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious fall and injury.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 5, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 10221.
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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