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Mini motorbike — fire & injuries risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskFireInjuriesApr 18, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of :1. Injuries because of :- sharp edges and incorrectly welded elements, - insufficient chain-guard, - the steering mechanism has no constraint, which can cause the steering wheel to block, and when turned it scratches the fuel tank, - the shape of the frame makes the vehicle less durable and easily collapsible.2. Fire because :- the electrical elements are not protected against wet conditions, which can cause a short circuit, - the fuel pipe is not sufficiently protected, which could cause fire.The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive.

Measures taken

  • Import rejected by the customs authorities — Other

Product description

The product is a two-wheel vehicle with combustion engine 49cc. The product is packed in a cardboard box, dimensions: 114.5 x 25.5 x 66 cm. On the box there are the following markings: Model HB-GS02C; OTY: 1 PC; NW 22 KGS; GW: 24 KGS; MEAS: 99.5X28X53CM, colour (not indicated), CE, the name and address of importer, manufacturing date: January 2008, and an oval logo with a small vehicle inside.

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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