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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 2, 2004
Release # 04-207
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Firm’s Hotline: (800) 440-0680
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7800
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CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Electric Scooters
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces
the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of product: Leoch Electric Scooters (also known as “Red Dragon” and “E-Scooter”)
Units: 74,811
Manufacturer: Leoch E-Vehicle Ltd.
Importer: Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard: Improper wiring can cause a short circuit, posing a fire hazard in the scooter. In addition, inadequate insulation may expose electrical wiring, which poses a shock hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Target has received two reports of the scooters catching fire. There have been 13 reports of scooters starting and/or moving on their own. One person reported receiving scratches as a result. There have also been five reports of property damage, including two reports of the scooters causing house fires.
Description: The recall involves Leoch-brand scooters that were also sold under the names “E-Scooter” and “Red Dragon.” The scooters have a seat, two wheels and footrests on each side. A sticker on the left footrest reads, “E-Scooter.” On the right footrest is a sticker with a horse-head image. A serial number is printed underneath the left footrest. The affected scooter’s model number is DK24250-3.
Sold at: Target stores nationwide from February 2003 through June 2004 for about $200.
Manufactured in: China.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Call Target toll-free at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.target.com
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