4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 70cc Auto Mini Quad Bike
4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 70cc Auto Mini Quad Bike was recalled on 16 March 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0243/07. Burns, Fire, Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a serious risk of fire, burns and injuries because:- the fuel pipe is not secured and there is a risk of fuel leakage;- information regarding stop/switch/tap positions of the fuel system is insufficient; - apertures adjacent to rider’s feet are insufficiently guarded to prevent child’s foot touching the engine block and causing burns;- the chain and the sprocket are insufficiently guarded and exposed parts within 500 mm of seat so there is a risk of catching body parts/clothing in moving chain/sprocket;- the battery which is located under the seat is not properly secured.
| Alert Number | 0243/07 |
| Brand | Necht |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 16 March 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of fire, burns and injuries because:- the fuel pipe is not secured and there is a risk of fuel leakage;- information regarding stop/switch/tap positions of the fuel system is insufficient; - apertures adjacent to rider’s feet are insufficiently guarded to prevent child’s foot touching the engine block and causing burns;- the chain and the sprocket are insufficiently guarded and exposed parts within 500 mm of seat so there is a risk of catching body parts/clothing in moving chain/sprocket;- the battery which is located under the seat is not properly secured.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
Product Description
Example engine block No: 147FMD06011998. Example VIN: LXESA14015E918738.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire, injuries hazard related to 4-wheeled motorised quad bike – 70cc 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.