CPSC2002-05-30
CPSC, The Sportsman's Guide Announce Recall of the Big Red Wagon
The Sportsman's Guide, of South St. Paul, Minn.
Hazard
The Big Red Wagon has four rubber wheels that include plastic rims that may break and explode under pressure, when being inflated. Parts of the wheel and the tire can strike and injure anyone nearby.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Big Red Wagon immediately and contact The Sportsman's Guide to receive free replacement wheels and a $10 coupon.
Sold at
The Sportsman's Guide sold the red wagon nationwide through its catalogue, the Internet and the Sportsman's Guide retail store, from October 2001 through April 2002, for about $60.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
The Sportsman's Guide is aware of eight incidents, in which the tires have exploded. Three of the incidents involved adult consumers who sustained injuries described as lacerations to the hand and abrasions.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Big Red Wagons
Consumer contact
For more information and instructions, consumers should call The Sportsman's Guide toll-free at (800) 888-5222, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., CNT.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-The-Sportsmans-Guide-Announce-Recall-of-the-Big-Red-WagonDon't want to check this manually?
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