RecalledRecall 02-011Published

Little Tikes Home "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swings

CPSC, Little Tikes Announce Recall of Swings

Hazard
Fall
Units
About 250,000 units
Incidents
14 reports, 5 injuries
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 02-011, announced October 10, 2001, covers Little Tikes Home "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swings (about 250,000 units). The buckles on the swing can break and the shoulder restraint straps can pull out of the back of the seat, causing young children to fall. The notice cites 14 incident reports and 5 injuries. Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and contact Little Tikes, to receive a repair kit. Recall contact: call (800) 321-0183, or go to www.littletikes.com.

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The model number 4117-00 is molded underneath the seat.

Which products are included?

The swings are made of molded plastic and have a blue seat with a red T-shaped restraint front. The model number 4117-00 is molded underneath the seat. The "little tikes" logo is written on the T-shaped restraint bar on the front of the swing. The swings were sold for children ages 9 months through 4 years old. The swing is suspended with four yellow ropes. Only swings with blue or white buckles are included in this recall.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The buckles on the swing can break and the shoulder restraint straps can pull out of the back of the seat, causing young children to fall.

Incidents and injuries

CPSC and Little Tikes have received 14 reports of problems with the swings. Five injuries to children included abrasions, bruises, cuts and bumps to the head.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and contact Little Tikes, to receive a repair kit.

Product and sales details

Recall number
02-011
Units
About 250,000
Sold at / sales period
Juvenile product and toy stores nationwide sold the swings, from December 2000 through September 2001, for about $20.
Distributor
Little Tikes Company, of Hudson, Ohio

Little Tikes Home "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swings

CPSC product type: Swings (Baby/Cradle)

Recall contact information

Consumers may contact Little Tikes at www.littletikes.com or call (800) 321-0183 anytime.

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