Each of the bikes fails to comply with the mandatory standard for the attachment of the front wheel with a quick-release skewer.

Product Safety Australia advises that the front wheels may become loose and fall out if the quick-release skewer is not installed and tightened correctly.

Riders on the models are at risk of crash and serious injury if the front wheel comes loose or falls out while the bicycle is moving.

Owners of the recalled models should stop riding their bikes immediately and contact Sheppard Cycles Australia on 1300 883 305 to arrange for a replacement skewer.

Sheppard Cycles is the distributor of the recalled brands. They were sold at dealers around Australia, at Big W stores and online between 1 Jul 2014 and 16 Nov 2023.

Owners of bicycles purchased at independent bicycle dealers are advised to contact Sheppard Cycles, which will send the replacement skewer to the independent dealer for installation. 

Owners of bicycles purchased at Big W should also contact Sheppard Cycles, which will send the replacement skewer direct to the consumer.

A list of the recalled models and photographs of all the recalled bikes can be obtained here.

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The models were manufactured between 1 June 2012 and 30 June 2019. A two-letter manufacturing code is stamped on the inside of the crank arm.

The cranksets are of the Hollowtech design, in which components of the crank are bonded together.

Shimano says that the bonded crank parts can separate and break. “There is a risk of a fall or crash if the crank arm separates,” the company says.

“At the time of publishing, Shimano has received reports of 4519 incidents of cranksets separating, and six reported injuries, including bone fractures, joint displacement and lacerations.”

Consumers should not use a bike with a Shimano Ultegra or Dura-Ace crankset until they check whether theirs is an affected model. Instructions on how to check are on the Shimano website.

The following model series are subject to the recall:

• Ultegra: FC-6800, FC-R8000
• Dura-Ace: FC-9000, FC-R9100 and FC-R9100-P

The two-letter codes are: KF to KL, LA to LL, MA to ML, NA to NL, OA to OL, PA to PL, QA to QL, and RA to RF.

If you have an affected model, contact your nearest authorised Shimano dealer to arrange for the cranksets to be inspected. Any cranksets that fail the inspection process will be replaced free of charge.

For more information, consumers can contact Shimano on 1800 269 958 from 8am to 5pm AEST Monday to Friday, or online at https://bike.shimano.com/en‐AU/information/contact‐shimano.html

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The company says hoses on affected brakes may eject or pull out from the brake lever, causing loss of brake function and control while riding.  

Consumers should check to see whether their bicycle is affected by visiting the serial number look-up tool or contacting Trek Australia, 02 6173 2400. A full list is available here.

The bike serial number is located on the underside of the bicycle frame, near the bottom bracket.

Riders are advised to immediately stop using affected bikes and take them to a Trek retailer for inspection. Affected brakes will be fitted with replacement parts.

The following models from 2021, 2022 and 2023 are subject to the recall:

• FX 2, Verve 3, Verve + 3 (2021)
• FX 2, FX3, Verve 3, Verve + 3, FX Sport 4, FX Sport 5, FX Sport 6, Dual Sport 2 and Dual Sport 3 (2022)
• 2023. FX 2, FX 3, FX Sport 4, FX Sport 5, FX Sport 6, Dual Sport + 2 and FX + 2 (2023)

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• AL2024
• AL7075 (purchased after May 2020)
• PRSS0440 Vibe stem SB black           80mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0441 Vibe stem SB black            90mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0442 Vibe stem SB black           100mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0443 Vibe stem SB black           110mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0444 Vibe stem SB black           120mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0445 Vibe stem SB black           130mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0461 Vibe stem SB black            90mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0462 Vibe stem SB black           100mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0463 Vibe stem SB black           110mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0464 Vibe stem SB black           120mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0465 Vibe stem SB black           130mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0450 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      80mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0451 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      90mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0452 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      100mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0453 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      110mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0454 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      120mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0455 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      130mm / 31.8mm / -10 angle
• PRSS0471 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black       90mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0472 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      100mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0473 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      110mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0474 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      120mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle
• PRSS0475 Vibe stem 1 1/4 SB black      130mm / 31.8mm / -17 angle

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According to the ACCC recall announcement, if the bicycle frame fails while a user is riding the bike, there is an increased risk of an accident, serious injury, or death of the rider.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Kogan Australia to arrange a full refund and free return of the product.

For more information, consumers should contact Kogan/Dick Smith via their account or email recalls@kogan.com.au

The bikes have a serial number FS26FALMTBA.

The product was sold nationally and internationally online between 1 August 2021 and 5 February 2023.

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According to Giro, the helmet may come off during a crash leading to serious injury or death.

The faulty helmets do not comply with the mandatory standard for bicycle helmets.

Consumers should stop using affected helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for replacement.

The adult helmet is provided in multiple colours.

The product was sold nationally and online between 1 October 2021 – 27 January 2023.

The list of traders is here.

For more information contact Sheppard Cycles on csaustralia@sheppardcycles.com or by phone on 1300 883 305.

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If the bicycle saddle dislodges during use, it increases the risk of accident and serious injury to the rider.

Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return it to their nearest 99 Bikes store for a replacement seat post. Visit https://www.99bikes.com.au/stores to find the nearest store.

If consumers have previously upgraded or replaced their seat post they do not need to replace it again. Consumers should contact 99 Bikes with their serial number and notify if they have previously replaced the seat post.

Consumers that are in remote areas and unable to go to their nearest store should contact 99 Bikes on 1800 990 523 to arrange a replacement part to be sent to them.

Affected products have a serial number on the bottom bracket within the range KL2100501 – KL2100900 The bikes were sold nationally by 99 BIKES stores between 1 March 2022 – 23 December 2022.

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The recall notice says the chargers do not comply with the Australian electrical safety standards and that an electric shock could cause serious injury or death.

Cleanskin Battery Charger is used to charge lithium ion batteries for the Cleanskin Duo 2200 Lumen LED bicycle light

Affected models will be labelled with model number SKLC-0840-1000.

Consumers should immediately stop using affected chargers by first switching it off at the power outlet (often on your wall) and then removing the adaptor from the power outlet.

Consumers should store the charger securely and go to register their contact details and to make arrangements for the safe disposal or return of the product for a replacement free of charge. Registrations can be made here.

For further information, contact GTG Cycle Imports Pty Ltd by email at info@cleanskin.com.au.

The product was sold by various independent bicycle retailers nationally, internationally and online, including:

• MTB Direct
• Cyclescape Bendigo VIC
• Pedal Power Garage VIC
• Cheeky Bikes Warners Bay NSW
• Red Jar Cycles Brisbane QLD
• Humble Bike Co Vasse WA
• Empire Cycles Beckenham WA
• Cyclingo Hobart TAS
• Myride Launceston TAS
• Royal Bikes Warrnambool VIC
• Pip’s Mobile Bicycle Mech VIC
• The Bikesmith & Espresso Bar NSW
• Just Ride Nerang QLD
• The Bike Stable Sawyers Valley WA
• Kalamunda Cycles Kalamunda WA
• Roam Cycles TAS

It was available for sale from 12 Jun 2019 – 6 Sep 2022.

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If the frame breaks while riding the rider could be seriously injured.

The bicycle has 20-inch wheels and a battery fitted to the rear rack.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact their place of purchase to arrange a replacement of the bicycle frame.

The bike was on sale nationally from 1 January 2015 to 1 January 2020.

It was available online and from the following traders:

• Glow Worm Bicycles Sydney
• Glow Worm Bicycles Melbourne
• Melbourne Electric Bicycles
• Perth Electric Bicycle Centre
• Pushys Canberra
• Velo Electric and Folding – Melbourne
• Cargo Cycles
• Omafiets Dutch Bicycles
• Teros – Hobart

For more information, consumers can contact Glow Worm Bicycles via email at: solarpoweredmaurice@gmail.com.

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Trek says if the base bar or stem/handlebars breaks, the rider could lose control of the bicycle and fall, leading to serious injury.

The base bar systems are used on Trek’s time trial and triathlon bikes as well as on integrated handlebar systems on road bikes designed for racing.

The systems are lighter and more aerodynamic and can integrate cable routing.

The base bar is on all model year 2022 Speed Concept SLR bicycles (SLR 9, SLR 9 eTap, SLR 7, SLR 7 eTap and SLR 6 eTap) and Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C stem/handlebars fitted on all model year 2021 (SLR 6, SLR 6 eTap, SLR 7, SLR 7 eTap, SLR 8, SLR 9 and SLR 9 eTap) and 2022 (SLR 6 eTap, SLR 7, SLR 7 eTap, SLR 9 and SLR 9 eTap) Emonda SLR bicycles

The stem/handlebars were also supplied as an aftermarket part (model years 2020, 2021 and 2022)

Riders should immediately stop using bicycles installed with the affected base bars and stem/handlebars.

Owners can contact an authorised Trek retailer to make an appointment for a replacement base bar or stem/handlebars, when available.

The products were sold nationally by authorised Trek retailers between 5 June 2020 and 7 June 2022.

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