Mini motorbike – Minimoto pocket bike GP 49.9 CC Carenada
Mini motorbike – Minimoto pocket bike GP 49.9 CC Carenada was recalled on 23 February 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0170/07. Cuts, Fire, Injuries risk reported by Spain. This product poses a serious risk of injuries, fire and cuts because:- sharp edges are located close to the foot representing a driving hazard;- moving elements (chain) have no protection to avoid body parts becoming trapped when the product is in operation and to avoid foreign bodies like stones or other objects interfering with its correct operation;- fingers can get trapped interfering with the normal handling of the drive and control devices which can cause accidents; - the petrol pipe is not made of rigid material but of very weak, flexible rubber, which risks cracking in use due to overheating because it is in contact with the exhaust pipe.
| Alert Number | 0170/07 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Snuggers KT-28 |
| Published | 23 February 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of injuries, fire and cuts because:- sharp edges are located close to the foot representing a driving hazard;- moving elements (chain) have no protection to avoid body parts becoming trapped when the product is in operation and to avoid foreign bodies like stones or other objects interfering with its correct operation;- fingers can get trapped interfering with the normal handling of the drive and control devices which can cause accidents; - the petrol pipe is not made of rigid material but of very weak, flexible rubber, which risks cracking in use due to overheating because it is in contact with the exhaust pipe. This results in a risk of explosion because it is located just above the engine.The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, fire, injuries hazard related to Mini motorbike – Minimoto pocket bike GP 49.9 CC Carenada.
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.