Target Recalls Scooters - Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard
Recall 06238 · Aug 17, 2006 · Target
185,000
units affected
185,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06238
- Date
- Aug 17, 2006
- Company
- Target
- Units affected
- 185,000
- Product
- Firestreet Scooters
- Product type
- Scooters / Mini bikes
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves F Forward Firestreet scooters. The red or blue aluminum scooters have a fold-down frame and model number BZ 020 SP. The "F Forward" logo is noted on the stem, wheel or base deck of the scooter.
What can happen
The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
The fix
Consumers should take these scooters away from children immediately and return the scooter to the nearest Target store for a $24 gift card, plus applicable sales tax.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Target has received five reports of incidents and injuries resulting from breaking or collapsing parts. Injuries resulting from falls include: a fractured arm, cracked teeth, bruises to the head, face and arm, a report of a lacerated toe, and scratches.
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide from February 2004 through July 2006 for about $24.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled firestreet scooters?
Consumers should take these scooters away from children immediately and return the scooter to the nearest Target store for a $24 gift card, plus applicable sales tax.
What is the hazard?
The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
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.