Recall 04-118, published April 14, 2004
Mattel BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™
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Affected model numbers
B4944Model number B4944 is written on the bottom of the toy vehicle.
Which products are included?
The recalled "BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™" toy car is a 20-inch blue and gray plastic vehicle with a detachable motorcycle. Model number B4944 is written on the bottom of the toy vehicle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children.
Official remedy
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided.
- Brand
- Mattel
- Recall published
- April 14, 2004
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- 314,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Mass merchants and toy stores nationwide, from June 2003 through February 2004, for about $27.
