CPSC, Dynacraft Industries Inc. Announce Recall of BMX Bicycles
Source: CPSC Recall #03109
Recall Date
2003-04-17
Manufacturer
Dynacraft Industries Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.
Units Affected
About 52,900
Products Involved
"Next Voltage" and "Vertical Street Blade" BMX bicycles
Hazard
The stems on these bicycles can loosen during use, causing riders to lose control and fall.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and contact Dynacraft Industries for information on receiving a replacement stem.
Reported Injuries
Dynacraft Industries has received 35 reports of stems loosening on these bicycles, resulting in one report of an injury (a broken finger).
Sold At
Wal-Mart stores sold the Next Voltage-model bicycles nationwide, including Puerto Rico, from May 2002 through November 2002, for about $70. Pamida stores sold the Vertical Street Blade-model bicycles nationwide, from April 2002 through April 2003, for about $80.
Full Recall Description
The recall includes two models of 20-inch BMX bicycles. The Next Voltage model bicycles are metallic green, have model number 8535-99 and were manufactured between March 2002 and June 2002. The Vertical Street Blade model bicycles are dark blue and chrome colored, have model number 8527-99 and were manufactured between March 2002 and April 2002. The model name is written on the bicycle frame, and a label on the frame near the crank housing shows the model number and manufacture date.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28