Lapierre issues stop ride notice and recalls Aircode DRS and Xelius SL3 over safety issue with fork

French bike brand Lapierre has issued a recall notice for its Aircode DRS and Xelius SL3 models due to apparent safety issues with the carbon fork on both of the bikes. Xelius SL3 models with a Lapierre carbon cockpit are not affected.

A message to customers shared on the brand’s website said that there was a risk of external injuries from using the bikes and that customers should stop using them immediately and contact an authorised Lapierre dealer.