CPSC, MGA Entertainment Inc. Announce Recall of Bratz™ Stylin' Scooters™
CPSC recall 05141 · announced March 24, 2005 · Jurong Dumar Bicycle, Inc. Of China · 297,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The wheels of the scooter can break or become damaged, and users of the scooters can fall and suffer injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the scooter immediately and contact MGA for a refund or a replacement scooter.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: Toy and discount chain stores nationwide, 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.