Schwinn Tone Electric Scooters (e-scooters)
CPSC Recall #22-030 — December 15, 2021
Product
Schwinn Tone Electric Scooters (e-scooters)
Description
This recall involves all models of the Schwinn Tone Electric Scooter. That includes the Tone 1, Tone 2 and Tone 3 models. The scooters come in black or white and have a “T” handlebar and an approximately two-foot-long board. The e-scooter’s serial number is located on the bottom of the board.
Hazard
The e-scooter’s handlebar grips can loosen or crack, posing fall and injury hazards.
Incidents / Injuries
Pacific Cycle has received nine reports of loosened or cracked handlebars which include one report of an injury where bruising and abrasions occurred, when a consumer fell from the e-scooter while riding after the handlebar broke.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled e-scooters and contact Pacific Cycle for a free repair kit. Consumers will need to provide the serial number of their scooter and a mailing address. The repair kit can be installed by the consumer and includes all required tools and instructions, which are also available in video format. Pacific Cycle estimates it will take consumers between five and ten minutes to install. Alternatively, consumers can ship the e-scooter back to Pacific Cycle for repair, at no cost to the consumer.
Units Affected
About 11,340
Sold At
Bicycle shops nationwide and online at schwinnbikes.com and amazon.com, from May 2020 through February 2021 for between $350 to $550.
Importer
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wisconsin; Cycling Sports Group, Inc., of Wilton, Connecticut
Manufactured In
China