Bicycle child seat – Kitty Back Grey
Bicycle child seat – Kitty Back Grey was recalled on 15 June 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0525/07. Injuries risk reported by Poland. This product does not comply with the European standard for child seats EN 14344 on the following points: - during tests the backrest of the seat deformed and broke and sharp edges became accessible;- the clamping screw is placed between child’s legs and sticks out over the seat which can cause injuries to a child;- the clamping screw has insufficient protection against loosening which can result in collapsing of a child and driver of the bicycle;- dimensions of the seat are inappropriate.
| Alert Number | 0525/07 |
| Brand | Bellelli |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Bar code - 8 020092 070059 |
| Published | 15 June 2007 |
Risk Description
This product does not comply with the European standard for child seats EN 14344 on the following points: - during tests the backrest of the seat deformed and broke and sharp edges became accessible;- the clamping screw is placed between child’s legs and sticks out over the seat which can cause injuries to a child;- the clamping screw has insufficient protection against loosening which can result in collapsing of a child and driver of the bicycle;- dimensions of the seat are inappropriate. According to the standard, a bicycle seat should have at least 400 mm high backrest, while this product has only 335 mm. This incompliance can lead to head and neck injuries.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban, withdrawal from the market and information to consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
It is a bike seat for children up to 7 years old and weight up to 22 kg. The seat is intended to be installed in the back of a bicycle. The seat is made of grey coloured plastic. At the back of the seat there are marks: “b” (from bellelli), date of production 5/05, “TÜV Product set” and pictograms “not to leave the child in a seat on the bike” and “use the helmet while being carrying in a bike seat”.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Bicycle child seat – Kitty Back Grey.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.