Safety regulator, Target Announce Recall of Electric Scooters
Recall 04207 · Sep 2, 2004 · Leoch E-Vehicle Ltd.
74,811
units affected
74,811
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 04207
- Date
- Sep 2, 2004
- Company
- Leoch E-Vehicle Ltd.
- Units affected
- 74,811
- Product
- Leoch Electric Scooters (also known as "Red Dragon" and "E-Scooter")
- Product type
- Scooters / Mini bikes
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recall involves Leoch-brand scooters that were also sold under the names "E-Scooter" and "Red Dragon." The scooters have a seat, two wheels and footrests on each side. A sticker on the left footrest reads, "E-Scooter." On the right footrest there is a sticker with a horse-head image. A serial number is printed underneath the left footrest. The affected scooter's model number is DK24250-3.
What can happen
Improper wiring can cause a short circuit, posing a fire hazard in the scooter. In addition, inadequate insulation may expose electrical wiring, which poses a shock hazard.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Target has received two reports of the scooters catching fire. There have been 13 reports of scooters starting and/or moving on their own. One person reported receiving scratches as a result. There have also been five reports of property damage, including two reports of the scooters causing house fires.
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide, from February 2003 through June 2004, for about $200.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled leoch electric scooters (also known as "red dragon" and "e-scooter")?
Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Improper wiring can cause a short circuit, posing a fire hazard in the scooter. In addition, inadequate insulation may expose electrical wiring, which poses a shock hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.