Bicycle Gear, Children's front bicycle seat
Bicycle Gear, Children's front bicycle seat was recalled on 19 June 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00071/20. Entrapment, Injuries risk reported by Latvia. The effectiveness and closure of the restraint system are inadequate.
| Alert Number | INFO/00071/20 |
| Brand | A.I.&E., BQ |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | BG-6, Item No.14248 |
| Published | 19 June 2020 |
Risk Description
The effectiveness and closure of the restraint system are inadequate. The child could consequently fall out of the seat when the cyclist brakes sharply or the closure might open accidentally or by the child and the child could fall. There are gaps and openings accessible. A small child may put the fingers inside and become trapped. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14344.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 29/04/2020
Product Description
Front (C-15 type) child seat for bicycles, made from black plastic material. The product was also sold online.
🔒 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries hazard related to Bicycle Gear, Children's front bicycle seat .
About this risk
This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped.
Recommended action
Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries.