CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-04-21

Children's Scooters Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard

11206 · Recalled 2011-04-21 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves three models of Kiddieland "Lights and Sounds" three-wheeled scooters including a red Spiderman, a blue Thomas & Friends™ and a pink girl's scooter. The scooters have buttons on the handle that play music and sounds. "Kiddieland" is molded on the back of the steering mechanism. Spiderman or Thomas & Friends™ are found on the steering mechanism and platform. The girl's model has butterflies on the platform.

Hazards

A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.

Reported injuries

CPSC and Kiddieland have received two reports of children whose fingers got caught in the hinge mechanism and required stitches.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit.

Products

NameModelUnits
Lights and Sounds Children's ScootersAbout 16,000 in the United States and 700 in Canada

Parties

Manufacturer
Kiddieland Toys Limited
Made in
China
Sold at
Toys R Us, JCPenney

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Kiddieland toll-free at (800) 430-5307 or visit the firm's website at www.kiddieland.com.hk

Source: CPSC recall 11206. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.