was recalled on 29 September 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0613/06. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Latvia. 1.
| Alert Number | 0613/06 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | E03-RIG-621 |
| Published | 29 September 2006 |
Risk Description
1. Metal screws ends and margins of metal fastening of wheel bracket are abrasive and margins of the plastic details are abrasive and with splinters (using tricycle such margins could make lacerated wounds for children), which does not comply with Paragraphs 4.7 and 5.1 of the Standard EN 71-1:2006. Child can get serious injuries against the protrusions of not rounded ends of screws, and sharp and abrasive edges of steering console and plastic elements. 2. It is possible to fit in 5 mm bar between the wheel and the metal body, but 12 mm bar is not possible to fit in, which does not comply with Paragraph 4.15.1.6 of the Standard EN 71-1:2006. As a result, deep cuts and wounds can be caused after inserting fingers between the wheel and metal frame. 3. It is possible to take off the cap of battery box without any tools, which does not comply with Paragraph 14.7 of the Standard EN 62115:2005 A. As a result, child can open it and reach batteries which can be extremely dangerous in case they are placed in mouth and swallowed.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and recall from consumers ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Tricycle for children
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.
Who is at risk?
All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.