Scooter
Scooter was recalled on 29 October 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1560/10. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of injuries and cuts because:- fingers can become trapped between folding parts;- the user’s hands can slip off the handlebars because the retaining plugs for the handlebar grips can come out easily;- the steering column does not have sufficient strength and can deform;- the accessible parts of the rear wheel-fork are sharp and have protruding sharp points.
| Alert Number | 1560/10 |
| Brand | Spartan Sport |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 9 001741 003184 |
| Published | 29 October 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries and cuts because:- fingers can become trapped between folding parts;- the user’s hands can slip off the handlebars because the retaining plugs for the handlebar grips can come out easily;- the steering column does not have sufficient strength and can deform;- the accessible parts of the rear wheel-fork are sharp and have protruding sharp points.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14619.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
White-yellow-red coloured foldable scooter with aluminium frame, packaged in cardboard box. Weight limit indicated on box is 70 kg.
🩸 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Scooter.
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.