Recalls / 2004-06-09
CPSC, Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. Announce Recall of Kiddie Car Cruisers Sold Exclusively at Big Y Stores
04555 · Recalled 2004-06-09 · CPSC page
Description
The Kiddie Car Cruiser is a battery-operated ride-on toy car that measures about 27 inches high by 30 inches wide and 44 inches long. "Turbo" and "Cruiser" are printed on labels on the side of the ride-on toys.
Hazards
The Kiddie Car Cruiser can continue to run when the accelerator is no longer depressed, which could result in the rider losing control of the car.
Reported injuries
FEBC has received 10 reports of the Kiddie Car Cruiser continuing to run when the accelerator was not depressed. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled car immediately and return it to a Big Y store to receive a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Kiddie Car Cruisers | About 500 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. (FEBC)
- Importer
- Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. (FEBC), of Jacksonville, Fla.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Big Y Stores in Massachusetts, Connecticut, from May 6 to May 13, 2004, for about $100 with a Big Y Express savings card, about $300 without a savings card.
Consumer contact
For additional questions, call Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. at (877) 332-9006 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Source: CPSC recall 04555. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.