CPSC recall 03-012, announced October 10, 2002, covers Oriental International Trading Baby Walkers (about 3,500 units). The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 666-9868, or go to www.bike-stroller.com.
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 warning label on the walker reads in part, "WARNING: Suitable for babies between five and ten months old."
Which products are included?
This recall includes the "Honey" model baby walker. The walkers are intended for a baby 5 months and older. They were sold in blue, yellow or pink with a padded seat and an activity tray. Model numbers included in the recall are 820, 860, 862 and 802. The model numbers are printed on the seat backs. A warning label on the walker reads in part, "WARNING: Suitable for babies between five and ten months old."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
Incidents and injuries
Oriental International Trading has not received any reports of injuries involving these walkers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Oriental International Trading
- Recall number
- 03-012
- Units
- About 3,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent discount stores located in Arizona, California, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina and New York sold these baby walkers, from May 2001 through June 2002, for between $18 and $22.
- Distributor
- Oriental International Trading Company, of Los Angeles, Calif.,
Baby Walkers
CPSC product type: Baby Walkers/Stationary Entertainers
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Oriental International Trading Company at (866) 666-9868 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's web site at www.bike-stroller.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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