K2 Sports Recalls Kickboards/Scooters Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 14037 · announced December 4, 2013 · K2 Sports · 400 units affected
The product
This recall involves K2 Revo Kick kickboards/scooters with item code I10700100. Revo Kick and the item code are printed on a sticker on the underside of the deck. The kickboard/scooter is made of aluminum, has three wheels, a wooden deck and a vertical handle with a round grip. The kickboards/scooters measure about 32 inches long and 40 inches high. The deck has a red, white and blue design with K2 printed on it.
The hazard
The front assembly of the kickboards/scooters can break and the handle can detach or partially detach, causing loss of control or loss of balance. This poses a fall hazard to the rider.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kickboards/scooters and contact K2 Sports for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at K2skates.com from March 2010 through September 2013 for about $200.
Consumer contact: K2 Sports toll-free at (866) 302-9996 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email the firm at kickboard@k2sports.com or online at www.k2sports.com and click on Important Safety Information for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.