CPSC recall 08-195, announced February 19, 2008, covers Dumar International Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles (about 64,000 units). The wires under the hood of the car and/or in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car. The notice cites 40 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit, including a new battery. Recall contact: call (866) 424-0500, or go to www.dumarusa.com.
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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 electric ride-on toy resembles the Pontiac Solstice. It is light blue and has Cinderella graphics on the front and sides. The wheels, steering wheel and two seats are pink. The white dashboard may contain an optional radio. "Pontiac Solstice" is printed on the back of the car. "Walt Disney's Cinderella Special Edition" is printed on the license plate. It is designed for children 4 to 7 years old.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The wires under the hood of the car and/or in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car.
Incidents and injuries
The firm and CPSC are aware of 40 incidents of the toy car's wires overheating. In several incidents, smoke was seen coming out from underneath the seat area where the battery is located. In one incident, flames shot from under the hood while a 4-year-old girl was riding the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit, including a new battery.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dumar International
- Manufacturer
- Dumar International USA, of Franklin, Mass.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-195
- Units
- About 64,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through February 2006 for about $200.
Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles
CPSC product type: Toy Ride-on
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Dumar International at (866) 424-0500 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dumarusa.com
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