CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Razor USA Announce Recall of PowMax Battery Chargers Sold with Razor Electric Scooters, Motorcycles and Go Karts

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-194

Date: June 13, 2005

Product Name: PowMax™ battery chargers sold with certain Razor™ battery-powered scooters and ride-on vehicles

Recall Description:

The recall involves PowMax battery chargers distributed with Razor battery-powered scooters and ride-on vehicles. The name "PowMax" appears prominently on the face of the battery charger unit. The vehicles that were sold with the recalled chargers include Razor™ electric scooters (Models E100, E125, E300, E300S, E200, and E200S), Razor Pocket Rocket™ mini electric motorcycles, Razor Ground Force™ electric go karts, and Razor Chopper mini electric motorcycles.

Hazard Description:

The battery charger can overheat and cause minor burns when touched. Also, nearby items can become damaged by the hot chargers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 584,000

Incidents:

Sold At:

Discount department, auto parts and toy stores nationwide from October 2003 through May 2005 for between $130 and $250, depending on the model.

Manufactured In:

China