Bicycles and Framesets Recall
Crash Hazard.
CPSC recall #23168 · announced Mar 30, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
How to identify the recalled product
| Product | Open Cycle UP Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar bicycles |
| Manufacturer / importer | Open Cycle AG, of Switzerland |
| Units recalled | About 270 |
The recall
This recall involves Open Cycle-branded bicycles, models U.P. Ekar, UPPER Ekar, WIDE Ekar and MIND Ekar; and all Open Cycle framesets using a Campagnolo hydraulic rear disc brake. They were sold in matte black, blue, gray, orange or a custom color. Only bicycles and framesets with Campagnolo hydraulic brakes and hoses are included in this recall. The "OPEN" logo is located on the top of the downtube and the model name on the top of the top tube, near the seat tube.
Reported incidents
Open Cycle has received two reports of Campagnolo brake hoses becoming damaged. No injuries have been reported.
What consumers should do now
Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact Open Cycle AG for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.
Cycle Force toll-free at 877-245-3243 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT, email at [email protected] or online at http://www.opencycle.com/recalls/campagnolohydraulicbrake or http://opencycle.com and click on Support then "Recalls & Safety" located at the top of the page.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “Bicycles and Framesets Recalled Due to Crash Hazard; Manufactured by Open Cycle”. Read the official CPSC notice