Skateboard

Injuries Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Skateboard
Alert NumberA12/1532/17
BrandPolymobil
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberPO-GD01
Published10 November 2017

Risk Description

null In case of shock, the axle may bend and the aluminium suspension break, which can lead to an accident. Also, the middle part of the upper surface of the skateboard is smooth, not roughened, which could cause the user to slip and suffer injuries. In addition the protruding ends of the screws and the edges of the bearing surface are sharp, which may cause injuries. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13613.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 13/09/2017

Product Description

A four-wheeled, smooth-surfaced skateboard decorated with a pattern. The product has red plastic wheels. Load capacity: 20-50 kilograms.Packaging: transparent foil.

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