CPSC recall 05-193, announced June 14, 2005, covers Razor™ Electric Scooters (about 246,000 units). A weld can break, causing the handlebar to detach from the scooter. The notice cites 261 incident reports and 16 injuries. Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and contact Razor to arrange a free repair. Recall contact: call (866) 664-1409, or go to www.razor.com/recall.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: E300, E300S, E200, E200S, E100, E125.
Which products are included?
The recall involves models E300, E300S, E200 and E200S Razor Electric Scooters, which are powered by battery motors. The model numbers appear on the down tube attaching the handlebars to the deck. The scooters are collapsible for storage, and are equipped with a stepping plate and kickstand attached to the base. The E300 and E300S models are silver and green. The E200 and E200S models are silver and red. Models E100 and E125 scooters are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A weld can break, causing the handlebar to detach from the scooter. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.
Incidents and injuries
Razor USA has received 261 reports of handlebar welds breaking or bending. This has resulted in reports of 16 injuries, including three broken arms and one laceration.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and contact Razor to arrange a free repair. The recall repair also will include a new battery charger to address a risk of overheating that is being announced as a separate recall today.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Razor
- Product type
- Bicycles & components, Scooters & hoverboards
- Recall number
- 05-193
- Units
- About 246,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department, auto parts and toy stores nationwide, from October 2003 through May 2005, for between $180 and $250.
- Importer
- Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
Razor™ Electric Scooters
CPSC product type: Scooters / Mini bikes
Recall contact information
Call Razor toll-free at (866) 664-1409 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday ET, or visit their Web site at www.razor.com/recall
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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