CPSC recall 13-049, announced November 27, 2012, covers The Step2 Children's Riding Toy (about 15,500 units). Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Step2 to receive a free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (866) 860-1887, or go to www.step2.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 recalled product is an X-Rider Car. It is a red, plastic toy scooter with a yellow handlebar and seat, and two blue stickers that simulate headlights. It is 14 inches high, 14 inches wide and 19 inches long. The middle of the handle bar contains the Step2 logo. Step2's contact information is located on the rider's left side of the car. Children use their feet to propel the toy.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. This poses a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of incidents, with one incident resulting in head bumps and one resulting in a minor concussion and cuts to the gum and lip from the child's front teeth.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Step2 to receive a free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Step2
- Manufacturer
- The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 13-049
- Units
- About 15,500
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Target and other retailers from January 2012 through August 2012 for about $25.
Children's Riding Toy
CPSC product type: Toy Ride-on
Recall contact information
Step2; toll-free at (866) 860-1887, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.step2.com, and click on the "View Details" link under Recall Information for more information.
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