CPSC2004-08-27
CPSC, BMW Announce Recall of SlideCarver Scooters
BMW of North America, LLC, of Woodcliff Lake, N.J.
Hazard
The front column of the scooter does not meet impact resistance standards. The handlebar column can break if the scooter hits an object, which can cause the rider to fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should return the SlideCarver scooters to any BMW dealership or contact the firm for information on returning the scooter to receive a refund. Additionally, consumers will receive a $200 gift certificate for BMW lifestyle merchandise.
Sold at
BMW dealerships and on the firm's Web site, from December 2003 through July 2004, for about $700.
Affected count
161
Injuries reported
BMW has received one report of a scooter front column breaking, causing a rider to fall and suffer minor injuries.
Manufactured in
Germany
Products
SlideCarver Scooter
Consumer contact
For more information, contact BMW at (800) 831-1117 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-BMW-Announce-Recall-of-SlideCarver-Scooters-Don't want to check this manually?
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