CPSC2005-05-10
CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Pogo Sticks
Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
Hazard
An internal metal pin can wear down, causing the pogo sticks to remain stuck in the down position and release unexpectedly, posing a risk of fall or facial impact injuries to children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the products away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a free replacement pogo stick.
Sold at
Discount department and toy stores nationwide, from January 2002 through August 2004, for between $25 and $30.
Affected count
About 154,000
Injuries reported
Fisher-Price has received 17 reports of incidents with the pogo sticks, including one report of two teeth being lost and one report where stitches were required. Other injuries involved cuts and bruises to the face, arms and legs, from fall injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Fisher-Price® Grow-To-Pro® Pogo Sticks
Consumer contact
Contact Fisher-Price at (800) 991-2444 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.fisher-price.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Fisher-Price-Announce-Recall-of-Pogo-Sticks-Don't want to check this manually?
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