CPSC recall 03-172, announced August 21, 2003, covers C.D.X. Trading Falcon Action Toy Jets (about 1,500 units). Small parts of the toy jet can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Return the toy jets to the place of purchase for a full refund or purchasers from street-sale or flea markets can mail the toy to: C.D.X. Recall contact: call (718) 821-1600.
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 jet's wings reads "FALON" (Falcon misspelled).
Which products are included?
The recalled toys are battery-operated, multi-colored toy jet airplanes measuring about 9 inches in length and width. A clear plastic cover over the cockpit exposes a pilot with his hand on the controls. A label on the jet's wings reads "FALON" (Falcon misspelled). The toy jet plays music and some of the lights flash off and on as the jet propels itself by two small front wheels. "C.D.X. Toys CDL-22338D" and "Made in China" are embossed on a label on the battery compartment lid.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Small parts of the toy jet can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Return the toy jets to the place of purchase for a full refund or purchasers from street-sale or flea markets can mail the toy to: C.D.X. Trading Inc. at 1576-78 Gates Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385-2728, to receive a refund, including postage.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- C.D.X. Trading
- Manufacturer
- C.D.X. Trading Inc., of Ridgewood, N.Y.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 03-172
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Variety and gift stores, flea markets and street-sale vendors sold the toy jets in the New York and New Jersey regions, from November 2002 through December 2002, for between $5 and $7.
Falcon Action Toy Jets
CPSC product type: Toy Planes
Recall contact information
C.D.X. Trading Inc. at (718) 821-1600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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