CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Electric Scooters
Published: September 2, 2004Recall ID: 04207Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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 there 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.
Affected Products
Leoch Electric Scooters (also known as "Red Dragon" and "E-Scooter")
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Target-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Scooters- |
| Title | CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Electric Scooters |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Leoch-scooter.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Leoch Electric Scooter (also known as "Red Dragon" and "E-Scooter") |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | 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. |
| Products › Name | Leoch Electric Scooters (also known as "Red Dragon" and "E-Scooter") |
| Products › Type | Scooters / Mini bikes |
| Products › Category I D | 2115 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 74,811 |
| Recall I D | 2678 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. |
| Retailers › Name | Target stores nationwide, from February 2003 through June 2004, for about $200. |
| Recall Date | 2004-09-02T00:00:00 |
| 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 there 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. |
| Recall Number | 04207 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Leoch E-Vehicle Ltd. |
| 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 website at www.target.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-03-12T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |