CPSCRecalled Dec 20, 2000 · #01059
CPSC, Excite Ltd. Announce Recall of Scooters
Hazard
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.
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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.
Product details
- Product
- Excite Super Speeder II and Viper scooter
- Type
- Scooters / Mini bikes
- Manufacturer
- Excite Ltd., of Hong Kong
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Rite Aid stores nationwide exclusively sold the Super Speeder II and Viper scooters, from August 2000 to December 2000, for about $49.
What you should 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.