CPSC2011-07-29
Bravo Sports Recalls Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Due to Fall and Laceration Hazards
Bravo Sports of Santa Fe Springs, Calif Note: Disney licensed its brand name to Bravo Sports
Hazard
The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp edges. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pogo sticks and contact Bravo Sports for a full refund.
Sold at
Burlington Coat Factory, Kmart, Kohls.com, Target and Toys R Us from February 2009 through June 2011 for about $20.
Affected count
About 159,000
Injuries reported
Bravo and CPSC have received 82 reports of the bottom tip wearing out on the pogo sticks, including five reports of injuries. A 9-year-old girl suffered a skull fracture and chipped a tooth. Another 9-year-old girl cut her lip and chin, requiring stitches. Other injuries included scrapes, hits to the head and teeth pushed in.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Pogo sticks
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Bravo Sports toll-free at (855) 469-3429 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT or visit the firm's website at www.bravopogorecall.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Bravo-Sports-Recalls-Disney-Branded-Pogo-Sticks-Due-to-Fall-and-Laceration-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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