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Toy scooter “Scooter 5 in 1” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00007/24
Summary
The locking mechanisms of the steering tube are inadequate, the handlebar may slide. A child may fall from the scooter and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
Toy scooter
- Name / model
- Scooter 5 in 1 · YM-SCT-7 GREEN
- Barcode
- 5903754556609
- Category
- Toys
- Three-wheeled scooter designed for children from 2 years of age, packed in a cardboard box.
What is the risk?
- The locking mechanisms of the steering tube are inadequate, the handlebar may slide. A child may fall from the scooter and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risks
- Date of entry into force: 23/11/2023
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 23/11/2023
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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