Motor scooter - Moving 50cc
Motor scooter - Moving 50cc was recalled on 20 August 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1283/10. Injuries risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility that the chassis can break at the level of the horizontal and longitudinal spars at the centre of the scooter, due to a structural weakness, with a consequent risk of an accident.
| Alert Number | 1283/10 |
| Brand | Qingqi / Hooper |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Type QM50QT2EC Type approval No e4*2002/24*1358*00. Models manufactured in 2009 until June 2010. Chassis numbers starting with: LAEA BZ4009B99 (followed by 4 characters). Models manufactured in 2008. Chassis numbers starting with LAEA BZ400 (followed by 8 characters). |
| Published | 20 August 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility that the chassis can break at the level of the horizontal and longitudinal spars at the centre of the scooter, due to a structural weakness, with a consequent risk of an accident.Ten cases of breakage have been reported, including one serious case involving a fatality.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Four-stroke petrol-engine scooter with 12-inch alloy wheels.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Motor scooter - Moving 50cc.
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.