Golden Technologies Recalls Buzzaround XL Mobility Scooters Due to Lockup Defect
Golden Technologies is recalling 5,044 Buzzaround XL mobility scooters because the front-to-rear lockup may unintentionally disengage due to an improper fit.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Devices): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a mobility device with a mechanical defect that could lead to loss of control or injury, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or illnesses, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
Golden Technologies, Inc. is recalling 5,044 Buzzaround XL mobility scooters. The recall covers the GB 116 and GB146 series with multiple serial numbers. These products were distributed nationwide in the United States.
The recall is being conducted because the front-to-rear lockup on the scooters can become unintentionally disengaged. This issue is caused by a possible improper fit of the front alignment cup to the rear alignment screw.
Consumers who own these scooters should stop using them and contact Golden Technologies, Inc. for further instructions on the recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Buzzaround XL scooters' Product Usage: mobility
- Manufacturer
- Golden Technologies, Inc.
- Affected units
- 5,044
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (2)
- GB 116 and GB146 series
- with multiple serial numbers
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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