Children's bicycle – Sunny girl 12,5"
Children's bicycle – Sunny girl 12,5" was recalled on 27 April 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0359/07. Injuries risk reported by Belgium. This product poses a risk of falling and thus injuries because:- the handlebar brakes after 40169 cycles in the anti-phase fatigue test;- the fork breaks after 37022 cycles in the fatigue test;- a permanent deformation of 23 mm is observed in the impact test involving dropping a weight on the frame-fork assembly whereas the permitted maximum is 20 mm;- it is not possible to obtain the vertical load indicated in the standard (300 N) in the vertical and horizontal static test on the seat as the maximum load obtained is 268 N;- it is not possible to obtain the load indicated in the standard (400 N) in the static traction test on the front and rear edges of the seat as the maximum load obtained is 275 N.
| Alert Number | 0359/07 |
| Brand | Vivi bikes |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Ref 219520; EAN: 8000259044963, 8000259039532, 8000259031952 |
| Published | 27 April 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of falling and thus injuries because:- the handlebar brakes after 40169 cycles in the anti-phase fatigue test;- the fork breaks after 37022 cycles in the fatigue test;- a permanent deformation of 23 mm is observed in the impact test involving dropping a weight on the frame-fork assembly whereas the permitted maximum is 20 mm;- it is not possible to obtain the vertical load indicated in the standard (300 N) in the vertical and horizontal static test on the seat as the maximum load obtained is 268 N;- it is not possible to obtain the load indicated in the standard (400 N) in the static traction test on the front and rear edges of the seat as the maximum load obtained is 275 N. This 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 recall from consumersDate of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Children's bicycle – Sunny girl 12,5".
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.