CPSC recall · Reported December 20, 2000
CPSC, Excite Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters
The front of the folding mechanism, where the steering column meets the base of the scooter, can create a pinch-point. Fingers can be injured while folding or unfolding the scoote…
Excite Ltd., of Hong Kong recalled The recall involves Excite Super Speeder II and Viper scooters. The scooter has a lightwe….
CPSC, Excite Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters was recalled by Excite Ltd., of Hong Kong in December 20, 2000. Reason: The front of the folding mechanism, where the steering column meets the base of the scooter, can create a pin…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these Excite scooters immediately and contact Excite Ltd. to …. Verify recall #01059 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Excite Ltd., of Hong Kong issued this CPSC recall-The front of the folding mechanism, where the steering column meets the base of the scooter, can create a pin….
- None
- agency class
- December 20, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01059 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
The recall involves Excite Super Speeder II and Viper scooters. The scooter has a lightweight aluminum frame with black, foam handle grips. "Super Speeder II" or "Viper" is printed on the standing platform and on the steering column. The steering column also has "Excite" printed at the top. The scooter has 4-inch translucent in-line style wheels. Only the Excite Super Speeder II and Excite Viper scooters sold at Rite Aid are part of this recall. This recall does not include the original Super Speeder or other Viper brand scooters.
Reason for recall
The front of the folding mechanism, where the steering column meets the base of the scooter, can create a pinch-point. Fingers can be injured while folding or unfolding the scooter.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these Excite scooters immediately and contact Excite Ltd. to receive a free cap that will cover the front of the folding mechanism.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01059 |
| Date reported | December 20, 2000 |
| Date initiated | December 20, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Excite Ltd., of Hong Kong |
| Affected scope | About 80,000 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using these Excite scooters immediately and contact Excite Ltd. to receive a free cap that will cover the f…
- Check the recall number (01059) 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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