Recalls / 2005-03-24

CPSC, MGA Entertainment Inc. Announce Recall of Bratz™ Stylin' Scooters™

05141 · Recalled 2005-03-24 · CPSC page

Description

The product is a non-motorized two-wheeled scooter with a folding hinge and an adjustable handlebar. The scooter platform is purple with a bright pink Bratz logo on the top surface. Scooters containing information identifying the product as Item No. 266563, with a date of manufacture prior to July 2004, and manufactured by Jurong Dumar Bicycle, Inc. are included in this recall. This identification information can be located either in the area directly beneath the scooter platform or at the bottom of the scooter near the rear wheel.

Hazards

The wheels of the scooter can break or become damaged, and users of the scooters can fall and suffer injuries.

Reported injuries

MGA has received six reports of cracked wheels on the recalled scooters. All six incidents resulted in cuts, scrapes, and bruises. In one case, a 9-year-old suffered a broken arm.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the scooter immediately and contact MGA for a refund or a replacement scooter.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Bratz™ Stylin' Scooter™		About 297,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Jurong Dumar Bicycle, Inc.
Distributor: MGA Entertainment Inc., of Van Nuys, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Toy, discount chain, from September 2003 through November 2004, for about $30.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact MGA toll-free at (800) 222-4685 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.mgae.com

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Example of Product Identification Information

Source: CPSC recall 05141. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.