"Nemesis Nitro/Dirt Racer 2 wheeled bike".
"Nemesis Nitro/Dirt Racer 2 wheeled bike". was recalled on 9 June 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0298/06. Burns, Fire, Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. Due to various safety hazards presented by the product, it is extremely dangerous to operate and is likely to cause injury to the rider and to any other persons in the vicinity of the machine.
| Alert Number | 0298/06 |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Type/number of model: SS50-4. |
| Published | 9 June 2006 |
Risk Description
Due to various safety hazards presented by the product, it is extremely dangerous to operate and is likely to cause injury to the rider and to any other persons in the vicinity of the machine.In particular, it poses a risk of catching body parts/clothing in moving chain/sprocket, burns from exhaust and inhalation and/or fire from vapours from the fuel tank because:-the drive chain and sprocket are not sufficiently guarded– frontal chain guard that is fitted is insufficient and also has sharp edges;-the exhaust is insufficiently shielded posing a risk of burns;-there is no speed-limiting device or a re-set on the engine stop;-the way the fuel tank is vented causes the rider to inhale petrol fumes and poses a potential fire hazard if the rider of anyone nearby is smoking near the tank cap during the venting process;-there is a risk of fouling fuel supply pipe;-the rear brake assembly is not correctly secured and locked together.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authority. Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall by the supplier.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product 1.3 metres long, saddle height 60 cm, handlebar height 80 cm.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire, injuries hazard related to "Nemesis Nitro/Dirt Racer 2 wheeled bike"..
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.