CPSC recall 11-206, announced April 21, 2011, covers Kiddieland Toys Lights and Sounds Children's Scooters (about 16,000 units). A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (800) 430-5307, or go to www.kiddieland.com.hk.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves three models of Kiddieland "Lights and Sounds" three-wheeled scooters including a red Spiderman, a blue Thomas & Friends™ and a pink girl's scooter. The scooters have buttons on the handle that play music and sounds. "Kiddieland" is molded on the back of the steering mechanism. Spiderman or Thomas & Friends™ are found on the steering mechanism and platform. The girl's model has butterflies on the platform.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Kiddieland have received two reports of children whose fingers got caught in the hinge mechanism and required stitches.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kiddieland Toys
- Manufacturer
- Kiddieland Toys Limited, of Scituate, Mass.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets, Scooters & hoverboards
- Recall number
- 11-206
- Units
- About 16,000 in the United States and 700 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toys R Us and JCPenney from January 2009 through February 2011 for about $40
Lights and Sounds Children's Scooters
CPSC product type: Toy Ride-on
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Kiddieland toll-free at (800) 430-5307 or visit the firm's website at www.kiddieland.com.hk
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