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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 17, 2005
Release # 05-113
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Firm’s Hotline: (866) 316-4812
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
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CPSC, GSI Commerce Solutions 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: Electric Scooters
Units: About 4,300
Distributor: GSI Commerce Solutions, doing business as Spartan Sports,
of King of Prussia, Pa.
Hazard: A knob can loosen and cause the handlebar to detach from the
scooter. Additionally, the folding joint lock on the model FS-101
scooter can break, causing the handlebars to release from the upright
position. Both hazards can cause the rider to lose control and fall from
the scooter.
Incidents/Injuries: GSI Commerce Solutions has received 28 reports
involving the scooters’ handlebars. Twenty-two incidents involved the
FS-101 scooter, including one report of a child who suffered a broken
arm from the fall. There were six other incidents with FS-102 scooters
with no reported injuries.
Description: The recall involves models FS-101 and FS-102 Spartan Sports
electric scooters, which are powered by 250-watt electric motors and
made of steel. The model numbers do not appear on the product but are
on the users’ manual. The scooters have adjustable handlebars,
collapsible parts, and a stepping plate and kickstand attached to the
base. The scooters were sold in black and blue with a black kickplate.
Sold at: Web sites operated by GSI Commerce Solutions nationwide
from October 2002 through June 2004 for about $240 (Model FS-101) and
$194 (Model FS-102).
Manufactured in: China.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the product and contact
GSI Commerce Solutions to receive a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: Call GSI Commerce Solutions toll-free at (866) 316-
4812 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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