CPSC recall · Reported December 7, 2000
CPSC, Kent International and Kash 'N Gold Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters
The Kent scooter handles can unexpectedly come out of the steering column if the clamp holding them in is not tight, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer in…
The CPSC recalled Kent Kickin' Mini-Scooters These are Kickin' Mini-Scooters made of chrome-plated steel. A….
CPSC, Kent International and Kash 'N Gold Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 7, 2000. Reason: The Kent scooter handles can unexpectedly come out of the steering column if the clamp holding them in is not…. Remedy: Kent: Consumers should stop riding these Kent scooters immediately, and call Kent Interna…. Verify recall #01049 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The Kent scooter handles can unexpectedly come out of the steering column if the clamp holding them in is not….
- None
- agency class
- December 7, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01049 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Kent Kickin' Mini-Scooters These are Kickin' Mini-Scooters made of chrome-plated steel. A vertical decal on the steering column reads "KICKIN' MINI SCOOTER." The scooter's black plastic platform measures about 15 inches long, and it has 4-inch translucent in-line style wheels. "KENT" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on the lower part of the steering column. The scooters were sold with black backpacks embroidered in white with the word "Kickin." Kent has sold other models to Toys R Us such as the Street Craze, the Street Racer and Scoot that are NOT part of this recall. Scooters that Kent sold to Wal Mart, Meijer's, Target and AAFES are also NOT part of this recall. Kash 'N Gold Racer X20TM Scooters These are Racer X20TM model scooters. The scooters' platforms measure 20 inches long. The scooters are made from lightweight aluminum, and have translucent in-line style wheels. They have swivel handlebars with foam grips, which adjust to various heights. The nonslip surface on the deck of the scooter reads, "RACER." "X20" is written on the lower part of the steering column. The scooters are mostly silver, and have blue, green, red, orange or clear wheels. The scooters were made in China.
Reason for recall
The Kent scooter handles can unexpectedly come out of the steering column if the clamp holding them in is not tight, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries. For the Kash 'N Gold scooters, the plastic "T" joint between the handlebars can break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Kent: Consumers should stop riding these Kent scooters immediately, and call Kent International to receive a free replacement handlebar with pins to secure the handlebars. Kash 'N Gold: Consumers should stop riding these scooters immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or a new scooter with a metal "T" joint.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01049 |
| Date reported | December 7, 2000 |
| Date initiated | December 7, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 90,000 Kent Kickin' Mini-Scooters and about 7,500 Kash 'N Gold Racer X20TM Scooters |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Kent: Consumers should stop riding these Kent scooters immediately, and call Kent International to receive a free replacement han…
- Check the recall number (01049) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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