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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 00187

Vertical XL2 and Magna Electroshock mountain bikes

Published August 24, 2026 · Recall initiated: September 26, 2000

What's the hazard

Because some were not welded properly, the front suspension forks on these bicycles can break apart during use, resulting in serious injury to the rider.

What to do

Consumers should stop riding these bikes immediately and take them to the Target Store where purchased for a choice of a free replacement fork or free replacement bicycle of equal value.

Recall details

Brand
Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Distributor
Target Stores nationwide sold the Vertical XL2 mountain bikes, from August 1999 through February 2000, and the Magna Electroshock, from August 1999 through August 2000. Both model bikes sold for between $100 and $140.
Country
US
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