All terrain vehicles
04th June 2011
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Model: FXATV-002A
Description: 70cc ATV supplied boxed and assembled by importer at time of sale. The body of the sampled product was green camouflage although red, yellow, and blue versions are also available.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Injuries and burns
The product poses a risk of injuries and burns because:
- there is no horn or similar device;
- the front and rear brakes do not work independently;
- the parking brake needs an excessive force to operate;
- it may be difficult to access the engine stop button;
- exposed parts of the exhaust system reach high temperatures.
The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive.
Action Taken:
Voluntary stop of sales. Sales ban ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
UNITED KINGDOM
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
04th June 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
