CPSC, Kent International and Kash 'N Gold Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2000-12-07 · 01049
Hazards
The Kent scooter handles can unexpectedly come out of the steering column if the clamp holding them in is not tight, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries. For the Kash 'N Gold scooters, the plastic "T" joint between the handlebars can break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
Recall
Number
01049
Date
2000-12-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kent Kickin' Mini-Scooters and Kash 'N Gold Racer X20TM Scooters
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discovery and Mervyn's stores sold these scooters nationwide, from August 2000 through September 2000, for between $70 and $100.
Importer(s)
Kent International Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.; Kash 'N Gold Ltd., of Ronkonkoma, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
Kent Kickin' Mini-Scooters These are Kickin' Mini-Scooters made of chrome-plated steel. A vertical decal on the steering column reads "KICKIN' MINI SCOOTER." The scooter's black plastic platform measures about 15 inches long, and it has 4-inch translucent in-line style wheels. "KENT" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the lower part of the steering column. The scooters were sold with black backpacks embroidered in white with the word "Kickin." Kent has sold other models to Toys R Us such as the Street Craze, the Street Racer and Scoot that are NOT part of this recall. Scooters that Kent sold to Wal Mart, Meijer's, Target and AAFES are also NOT part of this recall. Kash 'N Gold Racer X20TM Scooters These are Racer X20TM model scooters. The scooters' platforms measure 20 inches long. The scooters are made from lightweight aluminum, and have translucent in-line style wheels. They have swivel handlebars with foam grips, which adjust to various heights. The nonslip surface on the deck of the scooter reads, "RACER." "X20" is written on the lower part of the steering column. The scooters are mostly silver, and have blue, green, red, orange or clear wheels. The scooters were made in China.