CPSC2004-04-14
CPSC, Mattel, Inc. Announce Recall of BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™ Toy Vehicle
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard
The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children.
Remedy
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided.
Sold at
Mass merchants and toy stores nationwide, from June 2003 through February 2004, for about $27.
Affected count
314,000
Injuries reported
Mattel has received 14 reports of injuries consisting of scrapes, scratches, lacerations and punctures. Four of the injuries required medical treatment.
Manufactured in
China
Products
"BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™"
Consumer contact
Consumers can call Mattel at (888) 271-9891 anytime or visit www.service.mattel.com to determine if their toy is among the recalled models and to order the free replacement wings, if needed.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Mattel-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-BATMAN-BATMOBILE-Toy-Vehicle-Don't want to check this manually?
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