CPSC Recall in 2007: Dynacraft Recalls Bicycles Sold Exclusively at Target Due to Frame Failure

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-142

Date: March 27, 2007

Product Name: Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dynacraft BSC Inc., of American Canyon, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 32,000 Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles. The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.Name of product: Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 BicyclesUnits: About 32,000Distributor: Dynacraft BSC Inc., of American Canyon, Calif.Manufacturer: Shun Lu Bicycle Company, of Guangdong, ChinaHazard: The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received two reports of bicycle frames cracking, resulting in minor injuries including scratches to the legs and feet.Description: This recall involves Triax PK7 (model 8509-24) and Vertical PK7 (model 8596-71T) 20-inch aluminum cushion framed bicycles. The Triax model was manufactured between November 2005 and October 2006, and the Vertical model was manufactured between August 2004 and December 2004. The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on a label affixed to the bicycle frame.Sold at: Target stores nationwide from September 2004 through early February 2007 for about $100.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund, including applicable sales tax.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dynacraft at (800) 551-0032 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dynacraftbike.com. For additional information, please contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com.

Hazard Description:

The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 32,000

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of bicycle frames cracking, resulting in minor injuries including scratches to the legs and feet.

Sold At:

Target stores nationwide from September 2004 through early February 2007 for about $100.

Manufactured In:

China