CPSC recall 17-127, announced April 6, 2017, covers Xootr adult kick scooters (about 3,000 units). The steer support can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to the user. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters and contact the firm to receive the free repair. Recall contact: call 800-816-2724, go to www.xootr.com, or email support@xootr.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves all Xootr adult kick scooters with the QuickClick push-button latching mechanism. The silver scooters are 30 inches long by 10 inches wide, and have a handlebar height of 36 inches. The Xootr logo is on the deck and lower section of the handlebar. The scooters have a plastic, wood or metal deck, and can be identified by a black push button located on the steer support.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steer support can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received six reports of breaks in steer supports, resulting in one report of scrapes and bruises from a fall.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters and contact the firm to receive the free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Xootr
- Manufacturer
- Xootr of Old Forge, Pa.
- Product type
- Scooters & hoverboards
- Recall number
- 17-127
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Lajolla Swim and Sport, Nyce Wheels, San Francyclo and other sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Xootr.com from November 2016 through January 2017 for about $270.
Recall contact information
Xootr at 800-816-2724 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at support@xootr.com or online at www.xootr.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.
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