CPSC recall 01-228, announced September 6, 2001, covers Racing Champions Ertl Inc. (RCE) John Deere Kids Toolboxes (about 11,600 units). The toy's carrying handle can break, creating small parts and a sharp plastic edge that pose a choking and laceration hazard to young children. Parents and caregivers should take the toy away from young children immediately and contact RCE for instructions on returning these toys and receiving a free replacement toolbox. Recall contact: call (866) 898-4999.
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.
Which products are included?
The children's toolbox is a soft-shelled, plastic, green box with a yellow handle and yellow raised letters that read "John Deere." A John Deere Kids logo with a fawn inside a red oval is imprinted on the front of the toolbox. The toolbox is sold with a green and yellow plastic ratchet wrench and pliers inside. Stamped on the bottom of the product is "JOHN DEERE LICENSED PRODUCT" and "MADE IN CHINA." All yellow-handled toolboxes are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toy's carrying handle can break, creating small parts and a sharp plastic edge that pose a choking and laceration hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and RCE have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Parents and caregivers should take the toy away from young children immediately and contact RCE for instructions on returning these toys and receiving a free replacement toolbox.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Racing Champions Ertl Inc. (RCE)
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-228
- Units
- About 11,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- John Deere dealers and other farm supply retail stores nationwide sold the toys, from June 2001 through September 2001, for about $13.
- Importer
- Racing Champions Ertl Inc. (RCE), of Dyersville, Iowa
John Deere Kids Toolboxes
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
Consumers may contact RCE at (866) 898-4999 anytime.
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