United KingdomEovolt Afternoon Twenty V0 folding bicycles (models EV08-10 V0, EV08-11 V0, EV08-12 V0, EV08-13 V0, EV08-14 V0) with serial numbers engraved under the bottom bracket between 31792210820000 and 31792210822800 (sold from 7 March 2022) are affected. The welding between the hinge and downtube can weaken with use and may fail, risking injuries; the product does not meet the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. Stop using the bicycle immediately and visit Product Recall - Eovolt Afternoon Twenty V0 for information and to register for a free frame replacement.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Eovolt Afternoon Twenty V0 Bicycles presenting a risk of injuries.
Type: Hobby/Sports Equipment - Cycles (Non Powered)
Brand: Eovolt
Affected models: Eovolt Afternoon Twenty V0 (EV08-10 V0 / EV08-11 V0 / EV08-12 V0 / EV08-13 V0 / EV08-14 V0)
Batches: Serial numbers between 31792210820000 and 31792210822800
Country of Origin: France
Product Description: Specific batches of folding bicycle. Products sold from 7th March 2022. Each frame is identified by a serial number located under the bottom bracket. Only frames with an engraved serial number between 31792210820000 and 317922108222800 inclusive are affected.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2603-0255
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of injuries because the welding between the hinge and downtube can weaken over time and repeated use. This could cause the product to fail during use, leading to injuries.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by UTO.
We recommend that consumers stop using the product immediately and visit Product Recall - Eovolt Afternoon Twenty V0 for more information and instructions on how to register for a free frame replacement.
The official notice
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