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Target Recalls Scooters - Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsSold on TargetAug 17, 2006
Recalled Firestreet Scooters
Recalled Firestreet Scooters

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should take these scooters away from children immediately and return the scooter to the nearest Target store for a $24 gift card, plus applicable sales tax.

Incidents & injuries

Target has received five reports of incidents and injuries resulting from breaking or collapsing parts. Injuries resulting from falls include: a fractured arm, cracked teeth, bruises to the head, face and arm, a report of a lacerated toe, and scratches.

Product description

This recall involves F Forward Firestreet scooters. The red or blue aluminum scooters have a fold-down frame and model number BZ 020 SP. The "F Forward" logo is noted on the stem, wheel or base deck of the scooter.

Sold on

Target stores nationwide from February 2004 through July 2006 for about $24.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at www.target.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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