CPSC2011-04-21
Children's Scooters Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard
Kiddieland Toys Limited, of Scituate, Mass.
Hazard
A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Toys R Us and JCPenney from January 2009 through February 2011 for about $40
Affected count
About 16,000 in the United States and 700 in Canada
Injuries reported
CPSC and Kiddieland have received two reports of children whose fingers got caught in the hinge mechanism and required stitches.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Lights and Sounds Children's Scooters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kiddieland toll-free at (800) 430-5307 or visit the firm's website at www.kiddieland.com.hk
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Childrens-Scooters-Recalled-by-Kiddieland-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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