CPSC2005-02-17
CPSC, GSI Commerce Solutions Announce Recall of Electric Scooters
GSI Commerce Solutions, doing business as Spartan Sports, of King of Prussia, Pa.
Hazard
A knob can loosen and cause the handlebar to detach from the scooter. Additionally, the folding joint lock on the model FS-101 scooter can break, causing the handlebars to release from the upright position. Both hazards can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product and contact GSI Commerce Solutions to receive a free repair kit.
Sold at
Web sites operated by GSI Commerce Solutions nationwide from October 2002 through June 2004 for about $240 (Model FS-101) and $194 (Model FS-102).
Affected count
About 4,300
Injuries reported
GSI Commerce Solutions has received 28 reports involving the scooters' handlebars. Twenty-two incidents involved the FS-101 scooter, including one report of a child who suffered a broken arm from the fall. There were six other incidents with FS-102 scooters, with no reported injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Electric Scooters
Consumer contact
Call GSI Commerce Solutions toll-free at (866) 316- 4812 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-GSI-Commerce-Solutions-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Scooters-Don't want to check this manually?
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