Vertical XL2 Mountain Bicycle – Safety Defect (2002)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles
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
A manufacturer is recalling Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles. The hazard is: The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall, and suffer seriou. 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 24-inch Vertical XL2 mountain bicycles, with model number 8524-21. A label on the frame near the crank housing identifies the model number. The bicycles are red. "Vertical" is written on the top tube, and "XL2" is written on the down tube.
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 contact 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