CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Vehicle Accident
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 27, 2004

CPSC, BMW Announce Recall of SlideCarver Scooters

The SlideCarver is a three-wheeled scooter which is designed to be steered both in the front and back. The steering design allows riders to shift weight and change direction while maintaining control. It has twin-disc brakes, and wide tires equipped with wear indicators. The SlideCarver stands 39.5 inches high by 20 inches wide, has a 26.5-inch wheelbase, weighs approximately 26.5 pounds, and can be folded. "BMW" and "SlideCarver" are written on the underside of the rider platform of these scooters.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should return the SlideCarver scooters to any BMW dealership or contact the firm for information on returning the scooter to receive a refund. Additionally, consumers will receive a $200 gift certificate for BMW lifestyle merchandise.

Contact Information

For more information, contact BMW at (800) 831-1117 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Recall Details

Sold At
BMW dealerships and on the firm's Web site, from December 2003 through July 2004, for about $700.
Injuries
BMW has received one report of a scooter front column breaking, causing a rider to fall and suffer minor injuries.
Manufacturer
BMW
Recall Number
04203

Product Information

Product Name
BMW SlideCarver Scooters
Product Type
Scooters / Mini bikes
Manufacturer Name
BMW
Manufactured In
Germany

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Full Contact Information

For more information, contact BMW at (800) 831-1117 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.