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Product recall · CPSCApril 21, 2011Serious
Children's Scooters
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What’s wrong
A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Kiddieland toll-free at (800) 430-5307 or visit the firm's website at www.kiddieland.com.hk
The product
This recall involves three models of Kiddieland "Lights and Sounds" three-wheeled scooters including a red Spiderman, a blue Thomas & Friends™ and a pink girl's scooter. The scooters have buttons on the handle that play music and sounds. "Kiddieland" is molded on the back of the steering mechanism. Spiderman or Thomas & Friends™ are found on the steering mechanism and platform. The girl's model has butterflies on the platform.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,000 in the United States and 700 in Canada
- Recall date
- April 21, 2011
- Brand
- Kiddieland Toys Limited, of Scituate, Mass.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- CPSC and Kiddieland have received two reports of children whose fingers got caught in the hinge mechanism and required stitches.
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The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Children's Scooters Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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