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Children's bicycle - Vital Junior

24th April 2010

Item Description:

Brand: AUTHOR

Type/number of model: Vital Junior 16" frame No.: UA08160186, HS 0226474.

Description: 16" bicycle for children. Height of adjustable saddle: 56-68 cm. Markings: rim: HJC TAIWAN Alloy 6061-16 16"/305Y20; tyre: AUTHOR HI-PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY NYLON 47-305 (16X1,75) C-714-32 Made in China inflate to 35 PSI 240 kPa 2.4 BAR Cheng Shin Tyre; chain: HP KMC CN-HP20; sprocket-wheel: PROWHEEL; pedal: VP-250B K 218; Braking system: TEKTRO C-STAR N 977D; brake lever: TK Max 90 kgf-cm TK M JL 510; frame: AUTHOR VITAL JUNIOR SERIES Made in TAIWAN; No. of frame: UA 08160186 HS 022647; steering wheel, holder of steering-wheel and saddle: KALIN Pro; saddle: AUTHOR.

Country of origin: Thailand

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Danger:

Injuries

The bicycle poses a risk of injuries because it has sharp edges, the diameter of the grip of steering wheel is less than required, and there is no a protective shield fitted for the chain. In addition, due to the inadequate construction of the bicycle, when turning it is possible for the pedal in the lower position to get caught on the ground causing the rider to fall.
The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14765.

Action Taken:

Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.

Notifying Country:

Hungary

The Next Step...

Notes & History:

24th April 2010 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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