CPSCSeptember 25, 2008

Razor USA PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters recall: Laceration Hazard

Razor USA Recalls PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was Razor USA PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters recalled?

The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Parents should immediately stop children from using the product. Do not return the product to retailers. Contact Razor for a set of free replacement foot platforms. Contact: For additional information, contact Razor USA at (800) 314-9870 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.razor.com/recall

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Razor® PowerWing™ Three-Wheeled Scooters
Company
Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
Quantity
About 103,000
Sold at
Authorized retailers nationwide and online from October 2007 through September 2008 for about $100.
Recall date
September 25, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Razor has received 10 reports of Achilles tendon or ankle lacerations, including four consumers who required tendon surgery and three who needed stitches.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The PowerWing is a three-wheeled scooter, which was sold in either black or silver. The recall includes products with serial numbers beginning with: Y708 Y709 Y710 Y711 Y712 Y801 Y802 Y803 Y804 Y805 Y806 Y807 Y808 The serial number is located on the bottom of the scooter near the front wheel. Products with an oval sticker next to the serial number with a "V" followed by any letter (example VE, VF, VG, etc.) are not included in the recall.

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