CPSC recall 00-177, announced August 31, 2000, covers Tek Nek children's riding vehicles (about 294,000 units). The vehicles' battery charger or wires can overheat, presenting fire and injury hazards to children. The notice cites 17 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the vehicles immediately and contact Tek Nek to receive a free, new charger. Recall contact: call (888) 900-0155.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A label on the vehicle reads "MADE IN CHINA." Tek Nek vehicles are intended for children 1-1/2 to 4 years old, and the vehicles' speed ranges from 1 to 2 mph, depending on the model.
Which products are included?
The Tek Nek vehicles being recalled are powered by one 6-volt battery and were manufactured before April 2000. The vehicles are made of plastic and were sold under the following model names: Prowler, Dodge Ram, Corvette, SPX Motorcycle and Honda. The model name appears on each vehicle. Some models have working lights and horn, engine and music sounds. A label on the vehicle reads "MADE IN CHINA." Tek Nek vehicles are intended for children 1-1/2 to 4 years old, and the vehicles' speed ranges from 1 to 2 mph, depending on the model.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The vehicles' battery charger or wires can overheat, presenting fire and injury hazards to children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Tek Nek have received 17 reports of battery chargers and wires overheating, while vehicles were being charged. Two consumers burned their hands while unplugging or charging the vehicles.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the vehicles immediately and contact Tek Nek to receive a free, new charger. Consumers should not charge the vehicles or let children use the vehicles until they have received the new charger.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tek Nek Toys
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 00-177
- Units
- About 294,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toy stores and discount department stores sold the vehicles nationwide, from July 1998 through April 2000, for about $89.
- Importer
- Tek Nek Toys, of Mokena, Ill.
Tek Nek children's riding vehicles
CPSC product type: Toy Ride-on
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact Tek Nek at (888) 900-0155 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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