Safety warning Serious risk 24 October 2022

Urban Mx Scooter

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Urban Mx Scooter
Photo: official notice
Affected
Urban Mx branded black/white/pink and black/white/orange scooter with folding mechanism, kickstand and adjustable height and 200mm puncture proof wheels, supplied in pink and orange cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of entrapment due to noncompliant dimensions surrounding movable parts.
What to do
The product has been destroyed at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Hobby / sports equipment – scooter
Brand Urban Mx
Barcode 5056269787249
Country of Origin China
Product description Urban Mx branded black/white/pink and black/white/orange scooter with folding mechanism, kickstand and adjustable height and 200mm puncture proof wheels, supplied in pink and orange cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of entrapment as the distance between accessible movable parts are not either smaller than 5mm or wider than 18mm in any position, as required by the standard. During the folding process, the user’s fingers may become trapped and be injured.

The handlebar plugs also detached at a force less than the minimum permissible, exposing parts which present a puncture hazard. The handlebar adjuster and steering column moving elements also have accessible openings which present a shearing hazard.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

The product has been destroyed at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2204-0115

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 24 October 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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