4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 50cc Auto Mini Quad Bike
4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 50cc Auto Mini Quad Bike was recalled on 9 March 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0237/07. Burns, Fire, Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a serious risk of fire, burns and injuries because fuel is being vented out in front of rider which has health, machine control and fire hazard implications.
| Alert Number | 0237/07 |
| Brand | Necht |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Bar code on engine block: 05121174. Example engine block no: 147FMD05121174. Example VIN: LXESA14085E917487. |
| Published | 9 March 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of fire, burns and injuries because fuel is being vented out in front of rider which has health, machine control and fire hazard implications. In particular, there is a risk of:- fire because the fuel pipe is not secured and information regarding stop/switch/tap positions of the fuel system is insufficient;- burns because apertures adjacent to rider’s feet are insufficiently guarded to prevent child’s foot from touching engine block;- injuries because the chain and the sprocket are insufficiently guarded and expose parts within 500mm of seat. In addition, there are sharp frontal projections over vehicle’s front lights.The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire, injuries hazard related to 4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 50cc Auto Mini Quad Bike.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.