WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Department of Consumer Protection is alerting consumers today about a voluntary recall of about 91,900 bicycles sold this year at Wal-Mart stores.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Bridgeway International of Naples, Fla. announced a voluntary recall of “NEXT”-branded men’s 26-inch hybrid bicycles because it found that the bicycle chain can break, causing a rider to lose control and fall. There have been 11 incident reports, including nine reports of injuries involving lacerations and contusions.

The recalled bicycles are red or orange. “Power X” and “Suspension” are printed on the frame, and model number LBH2611M or LBH2611M2 can be on the frame between the pedals.  Manufactured between January 1, 2011 and April 20, 2011, the bicycles can be identified by the Date Codes 20110101 to 20110418, located on a sticker on the bottom of the bicycle frame (see photos, below.) Manufactured in China, the bikes were sold at Wal-Mart from February through July 2011 for about $100.

Consumers who have a Bridgeway 26-inch hybrid bike bought at Wal-Mart earlier this year should immediately stop using it and inspect the label on the bottom of the bicycle frame. If your bicycle has a code that falls within the ranges below, please contact Bridgeway International for a free repair.