Mountain bicycle - Carratt Xuantum
Mountain bicycle - Carratt Xuantum was recalled on 30 October 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1400/09. Injuries risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of injuries because the frame tube of the bicycle can easily break (after 16,025 test cycles instead of 50,000).
| Alert Number | 1400/09 |
| Brand | Esperia |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | MTB 26“, only with frames with numbers ITFSD08A00200“ up to ITFSD08A00300" |
| Published | 30 October 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the frame tube of the bicycle can easily break (after 16,025 test cycles instead of 50,000). In addition, it is not equipped with a spoke protector on the rear wheel.The product does not comply with the requirements of the relevant European standard EN 14766.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Mountain bicycle with 26” wheels and 21 speeds, suspended front fork, frame from aluminium alloy. Marking - on the frame Xuantum and Carratt, on the rear fork - MTB OFF ROAD ENERGY. Sticker on the saddle tube contains logo ESPERIA and the number of technical standard EN - 14766.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Mountain bicycle - Carratt Xuantum.
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.