Popular bicycle locks being recalled

10:39 a.m., Oct. 1, 2004--UD’s Department of Public Safety advises students that bike-lock maker Kryptonite is recalling its popular U-lock because of a design failure that makes locks with round keys vulnerable.

Kryptonite is replacing the tubular cylinder locks with a disc-style lock that it currently uses in its top-of-the-line “New York” lock.

For more information on Kryptonite products, including product replacement, visit [www.kryptonitelocks.com].

“Students with these cylinder-type locks should be aware of problems that have been reported and should consider replacing their locks with ones that are considered more theft-resistant,” Larry Thornton, director of public safety, said. “Students also should remember to register their bikes with the Department of Public Safety.”

For more information on safety tips, including bicycle registration, visit [www.udel.edu/PublicSafety/safetytips.htm].

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