CPSC2023-06-01
Jetson Electric Bikes Recalls Nova and Star 3-Wheel Kick Children's Scooters Due to Fall Hazard
Jetson Electric Bikes, of Brooklyn, New York
Hazard
The rear wheel can loosen or fall off the scooter, posing a fall hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Jetson Nova and Star 3-Wheel Kick Scooters and contact Jetson for a free repair kit. The kit includes two screws, two bolts and an Allen key, along with repair instructions and a QR code link to an installation video. Consumers will not need additional tools to install the repair kit.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com and www.ridejetson.com from September 2022 through February 2023 for about $40.
Affected count
About 15,300
Injuries reported
The firm has received 12 reports of the wheels loosening or falling off the scooters, including one report of an injury involving scratches/bruises to a child's face.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Jetson Nova and Star 3-Wheel Kick Scooters
Consumer contact
Online at www.ridejetson.com and click on "Product Recall" or https://ridejetson.com/pages/star-nova-repair. Consumers without internet access can contact the firm at 800-635-4815 from 11a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Jetson-Electric-Bikes-Recalls-Nova-and-Star-3-Wheel-Kick-Childrens-Scooters-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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