CPSC recall · Reported March 30, 2023
Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle
The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Open Cycle Ag, of Switzerland recalled This recall involves Open Cycle-branded bicycles, models U.P. Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar….
Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle was recalled by Open Cycle Ag, of Switzerland in March 30, 2023. Reason: The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact t…. Verify recall #23168 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Open Cycle Ag, of Switzerland issued this CPSC recall-The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard..
- None
- agency class
- March 30, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23168 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, 3 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 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.
Reason for recall
The rear brake can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 23168 |
| Date reported | March 30, 2023 |
| Date initiated | March 30, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Open Cycle Ag, of Switzerland |
| Affected scope | About 270 |
| 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 using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local bicycle dealer to schedule fr…
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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