Electric car - Oldtimer-Kinderelektroauto (children's electric car)

Injuries Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Electric car - Oldtimer-Kinderelektroauto (children's electric car)
Alert Number0188/09
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberArticle No 10000309 and similar models
Published13 February 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of injuries because: - users can reach with their fingers into the moving spoke wheels, - the toy can be operated using an "Auto" switch, requiring no further operation, - there is no brake in compliance with the standard, - the cables are not protected against mechanical stress. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71 and EN 62115.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Child's toy car. Dimensions: 114 x 59 x 45 cm (L x B x H). Fully equipped with indicators, horn, gas pedal, sounds, etc. Various sounds can be selected on the steering wheel - sounds can also be heard by pressing arrow keys. Horn, indicators and other melodies can be operated individually and are separately powered by 4x Mignon batteries. Wheels: rubber surfaces in the middle for quiet operation. Rocker switch for two speeds, approximately 3 and 5 km/h. Rocker switch for forward and reverse gear. Forward/Reverse - Fast/Slow - On/Off. Headlamps illuminate when vehicle is moving. Suitable for children aged 3-8. Load-bearing capacity: up to 45 kg. Weight: approx. 16 kg. Battery: 6V - 10AH (POWERAKKU). Speed easily controlled using the foot switch. 5th wheel = spare wheel. Fitted with fuse box – including spare fuse. The wheels, steering wheel, steering column, bumpers and windscreen must be attached to the preassembled car. Instructions in English are included. "CE tested".

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