Tesla Cyberquad for kidsa popular ATV that has become the object of desire for many minors, mostly North Americans, was withdrawn from sale. Cause? According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tesla Cyberquad violates all security measures that youth ATVs must comply.
Before continuing, it should be clarified that while Tesla is not responsible for its production and Radio Flyer is, they were selling it through their website. In addition, it is obvious Cyberquad is inspired by Tesla Cybertruckthe first pick up of those led by Elon Musk. Thus, this situation also damaged the image of the electric vehicle manufacturer.
FROM electrek They mention that the hype arose after two people had an accident – apparently without serious consequences – aboard a child Tesla Cyberquad. “Radio Flyer received a report of an incident in which a Cyberquad with one passenger overturned while an eight-year-old boy and a 36-year-old adult woman were driving, causing the adult woman to hit her left shoulder.” , explain.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission investigated the matter and found that it did not meet safety standards. Therefore, he ordered the goods to be withdrawn from the market immediately. Units already sold also received revoke.
“The Cyberquad does not meet the mandatory federal safety standard for youth ATVs, including mechanical suspension and maximum tire pressure. Besides, Cyberquad is missing a CPSC-approved ATV action planwhat is necessary for the production, import, sale or distribution of ATVs, ”the commission said in a statement.
The agency goes on to explain that said action plan includes “multiple safety requirements such as driver education, safety awareness, age guidelines and other measures” for ATVs. Lacking such standards, they had no choice but to order a retreat. “These ATV safety standards are set to reduce the risk of accidents and prevent serious injury or death,” they add.
The Commission also determined that those who choose to return their Tesla Cyberquad to the Radio Flyer must receive $1900 refundi.e. the market value of the product. According to information from CNN, owners can keep their unit if they so choose. However, they won’t be able to use it again. Report The Verge indicate that there were about 5000 units, and this is not a small amount. Of course, it may be redistributed in the future if it meets federal standards.
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