Recalls / 2007-10-05

Razor USA Recalls E300 Electric Scooters; Handlebars Can Detach Causing Loss of Control

08013 · Recalled 2007-10-05 · CPSC page

Description

The recall involves Model E300 Electric Scooters, which are powered by battery-operated motors. The model number appears on the tube that connects the head tube to the deck. The recalled scooters are blue or silver. This recall includes only products with barcodes beginning in 100620-03 through -09. Products with other barcodes or no barcode are not included in this recall. The barcode can be located on the steering stem, the battery tray, the charger, and the product's packaging.

Hazards

A weld can break causing the handlebar to detach. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.

Reported injuries

Razor has received 25 reports of welds breaking on the handlebar, including three reports of minor injuries, such as scrapes and bruises.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Razor USA to obtain a free repair kit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Razor® E300 Electric Scooters		About 20,000

Parties

Importer: Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
Made in: China
Sold at: Pep Boys, various Internet retail sites, $230.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Razor USA toll-free at (866) 623-3297 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.razor.com/recall

More images

E300 Electric Scooter barcode on charger

E300 Electric Scooter barcode on product's carton

Source: CPSC recall 08013. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.