PRA number
2020/18787
Published date
Product description
The affected product comes in multiple colours. The affected products were supplied with a "Y" shaped handle bar. The date codes of the affected products are 0998VE01, 1278VE01, 1598VE01, 1818VE01, 2328VE01, 2428VE01 and 2548VE01. The date codes are located on the underside of the skateboard.
![Photograph of "Y" and "T" shaped handlebars](https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/wide/private/"Y" and "T" shaped handlebars.jpg?itok=CrKvTXoW)
Reasons the product is recalled
The “Y” handle bar welding may break under excessive force while in use.
The hazards to consumers
If the "Y" handle bar welding breaks, the rider could fall, increasing the risk of serious injury to the rider and other road, path or trail users nearby.
What consumers should do
If your product has a “Y” shaped handlebar and any of the date codes listed above, stop using the product immediately and contact Jakks to organise for a free replacement handle. Consumers can contact Jakks by visiting https://jakks.com/safety-notices/morfboard/ or by calling the 24 hour toll free number 1800 292 034.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Rebel Sport Ltd
Big W
Associated Retailers Ltd
Toys 'R' Us (Australia) Pty Ltd
H and D Retail Pty Ltd
TJX Australia Pty Ltd
Big W
Associated Retailers Ltd
Toys 'R' Us (Australia) Pty Ltd
H and D Retail Pty Ltd
TJX Australia Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Online
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
