Moderate Recalled April 6, 2017 About 3,000 units

Xootr Recalls Adult Kick Scooters Due to Fall Hazard

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The hazard

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

Incidents reported: The firm has received six reports of breaks in steer supports, resulting in one report of scrapes and bruises from a fall.

What to do now

Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters and contact the firm to receive the free repair.

Contact: Xootr at 800-816-2724 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at support@xootr.com or online at www.xootr.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

About this recall

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.

Product photos

Xootr Scooter with QuickClick Latch
Xootr Scooter with QuickClick Latch
Xootr Scooter Steer Support with QuickClick Latch
Xootr Scooter Steer Support with QuickClick Latch
Xootr scooter steer support
Xootr scooter steer support

Photos: U.S. CPSC