Next Ultra Shock Bicycles – Suspension Defect (2002)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with "Ballistic 105" front suspension forks
Brand
BY US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
BY US International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan is recalling Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with "Ballistic 105" front suspension forks. The hazard is: The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall includes only Next Ultra Shock bicycles, which are blue, with model numbers 8524-14 and 8526-20. They were manufactured between April 1999 and November 9, 1999. A label affixed to the frame near the crank housing identifies the model and date of manufacture. The name "Ultra Shock" is written on the bicycle down tube in white lettering. Next Ultra Shock bicycles manufactured after November 9, 1999, did not use BY US International-made Ballistic forks, and are not subject to this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a free replacement fork and free installation.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026