Recalls › European Union › Kent Girls Kent Cupcake, 16" Children's bicycle

Kent Girls Kent Cupcake, 16" Children's bicycle — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2025-06-13 · China-origin

Hazard: Chemical, InjuriesOrigin: China

Kent Cupcake children's bicycle poses chemical and injury hazards

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2025-06-13
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	GS61609
Category	Childcare articles and children's equipment
Hazard	Chemical, Injuries
Hazard description	The brake blocks of the bicycle contain asbestos fibres. Asbestos causes cancer. Moreover, the handlebar is too wide, not resistant enough and can misalign from the fork too easily, leading to a loss of the bicycle's control and increasing the risk of a fall and injuries to the rider. Additionally, the bicycle lacks all required reflectors - including front, rear, side, and pedal reflectors - which are crucial for visibility in low-light conditions. This increases the risk of an accident and injuries for the rider.
Non-compliance	REACH Regulation; European standard EN 8098
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	SR/02100/25
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Restricted-substance test reports (phthalates, lead, cadmium, PFAS…) covering current batches and all variants.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

🚨 Delisted or named by a regulator? Leave your details and situation — we'll assess and get back to you. Contact us →

General guidance only — not compliance or legal advice; the official notice and applicable law prevail.

Get overseas recalls that matter to you (China-origin highlighted) + top hazards — one email a week. Free, unsubscribe anytime.

By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms (incl. cross-border data processing).