Bicycle for children
Bicycle for children was recalled on 8 January 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1704/09. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of injuries due to the insufficient cover of the bicycle chain.
| Alert Number | 1704/09 |
| Brand | Simba |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | AG-12 |
| Published | 8 January 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries due to the insufficient cover of the bicycle chain. There is a risk that the child’s clothes may get into the chain mechanism and stuck causing an accident. Moreover there is a risk for fingers and palms of a child as the sharp and dangerous parts are accessible.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14765.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales and corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product is a bicycle for children, coloured green, moving on two wheels, with two additional, detachable smaller wheels. For more details, please see the pictures.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Bicycle for children.
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.