Recall 00-157, published August 8, 2000
Safety 1st Mobile "4 Wheelin" Walkers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
45701BModel number 45701, 45701A or 45701B is written underneath the walker tray.
Which products are included?
The Mobile "4 Wheelin" Walker is intended for babies 6 months old until the age they begin to walk. The walker has a green body, and includes a three-spoke steering wheel with squeaking horn, clicking keys, two rearview mirrors and a phone with electronic ring. Model number 45701, 45701A or 45701B is written underneath the walker tray. Only walkers with these model numbers are part of the recall. Other writing under the body includes, "Made in the U.S.A., (1997," and "Safety 1st, Inc."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Babies can lose their lower teeth when the teeth are caught in parts of the three-spoke steering wheels. Also, on some of these walkers, the telephone could break apart, releasing small parts and posing a choking hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately, and contact Safety 1st. Repair kit no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered or replacement product. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products.
- Brand
- Safety 1st
- Recall published
- August 8, 2000
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 170,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchandise, juvenile products and major discount department stores nationwide sold the walkers, from April 1998 through April 1999, for about $50.
