Xootr adult kick scooters recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

April 6, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Xootr Recalls Adult Kick Scooters Due to Fall Hazard

Recall number

17127

Brand / firm

Xootr of Old Forge, Pa.

Sold / distributed

Lajolla Swim and Sport, Nyce Wheels, San Francyclo and other sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Xootr.com from November 2016 through January 2017 for about $270.

Why it was recalled

The steer support can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to the user.

What was recalled

This recall involves all Xootr adult kick scooters with the QuickClick push-button latching mechanism. The silver scooters are 30 inches long by 10 inches wide, and have a handlebar height of 36 inches. The Xootr logo is on the deck and lower section of the handlebar. The scooters have a plastic, wood or metal deck, and can be identified by a black push button located on the steer support.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters and contact the firm to receive the free repair.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.