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Scooter two- and three-wheeled scooters — injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesAug 8, 2014
Photo from the official notice: Scooter two- and three-wheeled scooters — injuries risk
Photo from the official notice: Scooter two- and three-wheeled scooters — injuries risk
Photo from the official notice: Scooter two- and three-wheeled scooters — injuries risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The products present a risk of injuries because the diameter of the front wheels is less than the minimum of 120 mm required and the diameter of the handlebar ends on both scooters is less than the 40 mm specified, which may lead to accidents.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border — Other (24/07/2014)

Product description

1) Scooter in blue colour with two wheels and the word "SCOOTER" on the upright bar and the handlebars. There are two stickers on the item, one bearing the text "SHTY". The packaging is a cardboard box.2) Scooter in black and white with a blue deck base and two wheels at the front and one at the

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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