Approximately 1,800 Mercane WideWheel electric kick scooters are being recalled because the brake caliper can fail during use. This defect can cause riders to lose control, posing a significant risk of serious injury. There have been 15 reports of brake failure and four reports of injuries, including a sprained ankle, lower back bruises, and bloody knees. These gray aluminum alloy scooters were sold online at fluidfreeride.com, Amazon.com, and ebay.com from October 2018 through September 2019. Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and contact fluidfreeride for a free repair.
The brake caliper on the scooter can fail while in motion, which prevents the rider from being able to stop or slow down properly. This lead to a loss of control and can cause the rider to fall or crash, resulting in serious bodily harm.
Consumers should immediately stop using the electric scooters and contact fluidfreeride for a free repair. fluidfreeride is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recalled WideWheel electric kick scooter
Brake caliper installed on recalled electric scooter
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response