Motorcycles - Derbi GPR, Aprilia RS, Gilera SC
Motorcycles - Derbi GPR, Aprilia RS, Gilera SC was recalled on 24 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0536/09. Injuries risk reported by Spain. The products pose a risk of injuries because in some cases fatigue cracks have been detected in one of the tubes of the chassis.
| Alert Number | 0536/09 |
| Brand | Derbi/Aprilia/ Gilera |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Model Number | DERBI GPR 50/125, APRILIA RS50, GILERA SC125Proof of conformity : XGPR/50 E9*2002/24*0011GPR 125 E9*2002/24*0027GRP RS50 E11*2002/24*0431GPR SC125 E9*2002/24*0027 |
| Published | 24 April 2009 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of injuries because in some cases fatigue cracks have been detected in one of the tubes of the chassis. These cracks become bigger the more the bike is used, and this could result in a complete break leading to an accident.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
50cc and 125cc motorcycles. The list of the chassis numbers of the models GPR 50/125- Aprilia RS50 and Gilera SC125 are provided in the <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2009-w15/0536-09attachedList.pdf">attached list</a><img src="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/pdf.gif" border="0"/>.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Motorcycles - Derbi GPR, Aprilia RS, Gilera SC.
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.