AUTHOR children's bicycle - vital junior — injuries risk
Hazard
The bicycle poses a risk of injuries because it has sharp edges, the diameter of the grip of steering wheel is less than required, and there is no a protective shield fitted for the chain. In addition, due to the inadequate construction of the bicycle, when turning it is possible for the pedal in the lower position to get caught on the ground causing the rider to fall.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14765.
Measures taken
- Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities — Other
Product description
16" bicycle for children. Height of adjustable saddle: 56-68 cm. Markings: rim: HJC TAIWAN Alloy 6061-16 16"/305Y20; tyre: AUTHOR HI-PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY NYLON 47-305 (16X1,75) C-714-32 Made in China inflate to 35 PSI 240 kPa 2.4 BAR Cheng Shin Tyre; chain: HP KMC CN-HP20; sprocket-wheel: PROWHEEL; pedal: VP-250B K 218; Braking system: TEKTRO C-STAR N 977D; brake lever: TK Max 90 kgf-cm TK M JL 510; frame: AUTHOR VITAL JUNIOR SERIES Made in TAIWAN; No. of frame: UA 08160186 HS 022647; steering wheel, holder of steering-wheel and saddle: KALIN Pro; saddle: AUTHOR.
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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